Tragic Air Disaster in South Korea

A devastating plane accident in South Korea resulted in 62 fatalities after a crash landing at a southern airport. The plane, carrying 181 individuals, caught fire when it skidded off the runway and struck a barrier. Faulty landing gear is suspected as the cause of the incident.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Seoul | Updated: 29-12-2024 08:58 IST | Created: 29-12-2024 08:58 IST
Tragic Air Disaster in South Korea
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A tragic plane crash in South Korea has left 62 people dead, according to officials. The accident occurred in the country's south, where a plane carrying 181 passengers caught fire upon landing.

The aircraft skidded off the runway and collided with a barrier, leading to a catastrophic fire.

Initial investigations by the country's emergency office indicate that a malfunction in the landing gear may have contributed to the disaster.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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