A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan International Airport in South Korea, resulting in 179 fatalities out of 181 occupants. Initial reports suggested that a bird strike led to landing gear failure, causing the aircraft to skid off the runway and collide with a concrete wall.
However, aviation experts have expressed skepticism about attributing the disaster solely to a bird strike. Gregory Alegi, an aviation historian, noted that while bird strikes are common, they rarely result in catastrophic failures, especially involving landing gear. Christian Beckert, an aviation safety consultant, pointed out that the aircraft’s high speed and undeployed landing gear during the attempted landing are inconsistent with standard procedures following a bird strike.
Source :- bbc news
The investigation, led by South Korean authorities with assistance from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, is examining multiple factors, including mechanical failures, pilot actions, and potential maintenance issues. The aircraft’s black box has been recovered, and analysis of flight data and cockpit voice recordings is underway to provide further insights into the sequence of events leading to the crash.
Source:- news 18
This incident marks the deadliest aviation disaster in South Korea’s history, prompting a national mourning period and international condolences. As the investigation continues, authorities aim to determine the exact cause of the crash to prevent future tragedies and enhance aviation safety standards.
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