South Korea orders urgent airline audit after deadly crash
Following the plane crash in Muan, which claimed 179 lives, South Korean authorities have ordered an aviation safety inspection. Acting President Choi Sang Mok urged the Ministry of Transport to inspect the airlines' operating systems urgently.
South Korean authorities decided to conduct an extraordinary safety inspection of all airlines after the tragic plane crash at Muan Airport, resulting in 179 fatalities.
Only two people survived and were taken to the hospital. According to the Yonhap agency, the identities of more than 140 victims have been identified, and authorities continue to investigate the causes of the accident. Officials are analyzing possible causes, including a bird strike that may have damaged the aircraft's landing gear.
The Ministry of Transport announced it will conduct a special inspection of all 101 Boeing 737-800 aircraft owned by South Korean airlines.
This disaster is one of the most tragic accidents in South Korea's history. Most of the victims were adults aged 40 to 60. Photos from the scene show the destruction and the efforts of rescue services. The public demands a transparent investigation and a thorough explanation of the accident's circumstances.
Choi Sang Mok emphasized that even before the investigation concludes, officials should transparently inform the public about its progress and promptly communicate with the victims' families. The crash involved a Jeju Air aircraft, and Muan Airport will remain closed until Wednesday.
The government has pledged full commitment to explaining the causes of the incident and supporting the families of the victims. The crash has prompted discussions on future safety measures in South Korean aviation.
