Tragedy Strikes Jeju Air: Inside South Korea's Deadliest Air Disaster

A catastrophic accident occurred as a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed on arrival at Muan International Airport, killing 175 passengers and four crew members. Acting President Choi Sang-mok has ordered an immediate safety inspection of South Korea's airline operations. Investigations focus on bird strikes and potential control failures.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-12-2024 16:12 IST | Created: 30-12-2024 16:12 IST
Tragedy Strikes Jeju Air: Inside South Korea's Deadliest Air Disaster

In a tragic turn of events, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan International Airport, claiming 175 lives along with four crew members. The incident, said to be the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil, occurred as the aircraft attempted to make an emergency landing.

Acting President Choi Sang-mok has urgently ordered an extensive safety inspection across the nation's airline operations. Attention is being given to potential factors such as bird strikes and possible control system failures, as investigators work meticulously to unravel the cause.

As the aviation community reels, safety measures intensify with a focus on preventing similar future tragedies. Meanwhile, the victims' families are left grappling with their loss, urging the authorities for transparency and support throughout this harrowing investigation process.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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