Tragedy at Muan airport: 179 dead in plane crash investigation
South Korean police have initiated a search at Muan Airport following the Jeju Air plane crash, which resulted in the deaths of 179 people. The airline's offices and the regional aviation authority are currently being searched.
Authorities in South Korea aim to uncover the causes behind the tragic outcome of the Boeing 737-800 flight at Muan International Airport. The Jeju Air plane went down on Sunday, claiming the lives of 179 of the 181 people on board.
Investigators are examining the airline's offices and the regional aviation authority to identify the cause of the disaster. They intend to confiscate documents and materials related to the flights and maintenance of the Boeing 737-800.
Crash in Muan. authorities have entered airport offices
The police are determined to promptly and comprehensively determine the causes of the accident and identify those responsible. They emphasized that all actions are in accordance with the law.
The crash was the result of a collision with a concrete wall. Earlier, the pilots had reported a bird strike, which might have damaged the landing gear.
Experts are analyzing the black boxes to uncover the causes of the tragedy. South Korean authorities have requested assistance from specialists in the USA. The B737-800 model involved in this incident makes up the majority of the airline's fleet.
As a precautionary measure, detailed inspections of all Boeing 737 planes in the country have commenced. Just a few days before the crash, the same Jeju Air plane had to turn back due to a landing gear malfunction, similar to the one that caused the accident in Muan.
