30.12.2024 10:13
Yesterday, a passenger plane that crashed into a wall in South Korea exploded, resulting in the deaths of 179 people. While the situation is still unfolding, another alarming news has emerged from the country. A second Boeing 737-800 belonging to Jeju Air experienced issues with its landing gear, but it landed safely. An order has been issued for the inspection of all Boeing 737-800s in South Korea.
A passenger plane belonging to Jeju Air, which took off from Bangkok, Thailand, skidded off the runway and crashed into a wall in South Korea. Only 2 out of the 175 passengers and 6 crew members on board survived.
IDENTITY OF 141 BODIES IDENTIFIED
In a statement by the South Korean Ministry of National Defense, it was reported that the identities of 141 of the 179 people who lost their lives in the plane crash have been identified.
ANOTHER AIRCRAFT TRAGEDY AVERTED IN THE COUNTRY
In South Korea, a second Boeing 737-800 belonging to Jeju Air was safely landed after experiencing issues with its landing gear.
ALL BOEING 737-800s WILL BE INSPECTED
Following a series of incidents in South Korea, an order has been issued to inspect all Boeing 737-800s in the country.
737-800s HAVE A CHECKERED PAST
Boeing 737-800s, widely used worldwide, have been involved in at least 25 reported accidents since their introduction.
529 ACCIDENTS IN A YEAR
As of the beginning of 2024, there have been 529 accidents involving all Boeing 737 models, resulting in the deaths of more than 5,700 people in various incidents.