What was known about the South Korean plane crash
Published: 29 December 2024,
The Jeju Air plane burst into flames after skidding off the runway and hitting a wall. At Mueang International Airport, South Korea, 29 December 2024The Jeju Air plane burst into flames after skidding off the runway and hitting a wall. At Mueang International Airport in South Korea, 29 December 2024Photo: AFP
A South Korean Jeju Air plane crashed on Sunday morning with 175 passengers, 6 crew members and a total of 181 people on board. So far two have been rescued alive. All others are feared dead. This is the first such major plane crash in the country's history.
Let's briefly know what is known so far about this terrible accident.
To know what happened
Safety record
South Korea's aviation safety record is pretty good. This is the first time a Jeju Air plane has crashed.
Earlier, a Bombardier Q400 model of Jeju Air with 74 passengers had skidded off the runway. Strong winds were the cause of the accident. The August 12, 2007 crash at Busan-Gimhae Airport in southern South Korea injured many but did not kill anyone.
Government initiative
South Korea has recently been going through a deep political crisis. The country saw three presidents within a month. The accident happened three days after the current acting President Choi Sang Mok took office. He has already held a meeting with cabinet members and visited the accident site to discuss rescue operations and other measures. Seven days of mourning have been announced.
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