On December 29, 2024, a South Korean commercial airplane crashed during its landing at Muan International Airport on Jeju Island, located in the southwest of the country. The incident occurred at approximately 9:00 AM local time. According to local fire authorities, the plane was carrying 181 people, including 175 passengers and six crew members.
The crash was caused by a landing gear malfunction, which resulted in the plane skidding off the runway. Initial reports from South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency confirmed that at least 28 passengers lost their lives, with one survivor found amidst ongoing rescue operations.
The Jeju Airlines flight had departed from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Thailand and was bound for Jeju Island. Rescue efforts continue as authorities work to recover victims and investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.