Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:55pm on 29 Dec 2024,Sunday International
The tragic crash of Jeju Air flight 7C2216 at South Korea's Muan International Airport claimed 179 lives, with experts doubting a bird strike as the cause. Aviation specialists questioned the failure of landing gear and flaps, noting such incidents are rare. Videos showed the plane skidding, crashing into a concrete wall, and igniting flames. Two survivors are stable, while 65 victims have been identified. Jeju Air accepted responsibility, pending investigation. South Korea declared a national mourning period until January 4, 2025. Officials highlighted the pilot's heavy workload due to a mid-landing direction change after a mayday call.
