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Jeju Air Incident: Bandara Muan Office Severed, Investigation Underway

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Breaking: Korean Police Raid Jeju Air Offices and Muan Airport in Boeing 737 Crash Investigation

South Korean police launched early morning raids on Thursday at Muan Airport and Jeju Air’s offices, as part of inquiries into the devastating Boeing Boeing 737 – Wikipedia”>737-800 crash that claimed 179 lives last month. The tragic incident has sparked widespread public concern and prompted authorities to take swift action.

In a statement released by AFP, the police revealed that the raids, which began at 9 AM local time (0000 GMT), were conducted at three locations: Muan Airport, Jeju Air’s headquarters in Seoul, and a regional flight office. Authorities vowed to "quickly and meticulously determine the cause and responsibility for the crash in accordance with the law and principles."

In the aftermath of the crash, Korea has ordered special inspections for all Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by its airlines. The focus of these inspections will be on landing gears, following similar issues raised after the fatal incident. A total of 101 planes of this model are in operation, spread across six different airlines in the country.

Transport Minister Choi Jae-sung emphasized the importance of thorough checks on maintenance operations, education, and training protocols. "Given the massive public concern over the same model being involved in the crash, the Ministry of Transport and relevant agencies must conduct comprehensive inspections," Choi said. "If any issues are found, take corrective action promptly."

Investigators from South Korea, the United States, and Boeing have been scouring the Muan-west crash site to uncover the cause of the accident. Both black boxes have been recovered and are undergoing data decoding. Although preliminary data from the cockpit voice recorder has been extracted, the damage to the Flight Data Recorder requires it to be sent to the U.S. for analysis.

The crisis has prompted South Korean authorities to leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of answers and accountability. As the investigation unfolds, one thing remains crystal clear: safety will be the top priority, and those responsible will be held to account.

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Could Flock of Birds Have Caused Jeju Air Crash in South Korea?

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Headline:
Deadly Korean Plane Crash: Bird Strike as Cause?

Subhead:
Investigation Underway After 179 Dead in Country’s Worst Aviation Disaster

Byline:
[Your Name], BBC News Indonesia

Body:

In a shocking turn of events, South Korean authorities are probing the possibility of a bird strike as a factor in the nation’s deadliest aviation disaster. A total of 179 people lost their lives when a Jeju Air plane crashed near the city of Muan on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

Air traffic controllers had issued a warning about a possible bird strike hours before the tragedy, signaling a heightened risk of collision with birds or a flock thereof. Now, investigators are working tirelessly to ascertain if the bird strike was indeed the cause of the crash, or if other factors were involved.

What is a bird strike?

A bird strike, also known as bird strike or bird aviation hazard, is a collision between a bird and an aircraft during flight. While these incidents are quite common in the aviation industry, they can be particularly dangerous as they can cause engine failure if the bird gets sucked into the engine.

Last year alone, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported over 19,600 wildlife strikes, with the majority involving birds. Indonesia, too, has witnessed several such incidents at major airports like Soekarno-Hatta, Hasanuddin, Juanda, and Hang Nadim, as well as other locations across the eastern region.

Is bird strike to blame for the Jeju Air crash?

Officials have not yet confirmed whether the Jeju Air plane collided with birds or any other wildlife. However, a passenger aboard the plane reportedly sent a message to their family stating that a bird had gotten stuck in the plane’s wing, preventing it from landing. Meanwhile, Lee Jeong-hyun, head of Muan’s fire department, suggested that both bird strike and poor weather conditions could have contributed to the crash, though the exact cause remains under investigation.

Aviation expert Chris Kingswood, who has extensive experience flying planes similar to the one involved in the crash, told BBC that while bird strikes can pose serious threats, the recorded video footage does not definitively pinpoint the cause of the crash. Kingswood noted, however, that the plane’s lack of landing gear and improperly deployed wing covers suggested that the situation may have unfolded very quickly.

Pilots are generally well-equipped to handle bird strikes, and fatalities are relatively rare. However, a crash in Alaska in 1995 resulted in 24 deaths after a plane collided with a flock of geese, and the "Miracle on the Hudson" incident in 2009 involved a plane striking a flock of geese, though all 155 passengers and crew ordeals safely.

Indonesia’s National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT) will lead the investigation into the Jeju Air crash, with assistance from South Korean and other relevant authorities.

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Jeju Air ‘Accused of Rushing Aircraft Inspections,’ Scrutinized for Limited Engine Care

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Jeju Air Faces Criticism for Inadequate Aircraft Inspection Times

Jakarta – The South Korean airline, Jeju Air, is under fire for allegedly spending only 28 minutes on aircraft maintenance, leaving some experts unconvinced about the safety and thoroughness of these checks. This bare minimum duration, set by the Korean government, is considered insufficient by industry professionals.

A report by The Korea Times reveals that major airlines typically require more time for such tasks. Mechanics emphasize that 28 minutes isn’t enough to comprehensively inspect an aircraft. A former mechanic with over a decade of experience maintaining Boeing 737s for low-cost carriers (LCCs) agreed, stating, "It’s barely enough time for a cursory check, not a detailed inspection."

Jeju Air, part of the LCC fleet, has been suspected of skimming on maintenance to maximize profits. Just a day before a recent incident, one of its planes made four international stops without significant layovers:

  • Muan to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
  • Nagasaki, Japan
  • Taipei, Taiwan
  • Bangkok, Thailand

Industry standards advise aircraft should be allocated time for maintenance, cleaning, and refueling between flights. However, on 27 November, the same Jeju Air flight spent only 62 minutes at Muan International Airport before departing for Kinabalu, leaving approximately 28-30 minutes for checks.

Critics worry that Jeju Air, along with other LCCs, prioritizes operational efficiency over aircraft safety. The Boeing 737 involved in the 29 December incident was previously operated by Ryanair, another LCC known for its aggressive scheduling and minimal maintenance. concerns persist that this aircraft may have had a questionable history under Ryanair.

"Ryanair’s aggressive scheduling may have overused this aircraft," said an industry insider. A former head of maintenance at a major airline echoed these concerns, "A 28-minute inspection simply isn’t long enough to uncover hidden issues."

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Three Recent Plane Crashes in 24 Hours Across Three Different Countries

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Jeju Air’s Deadly Crash: South Korea’s Worst Aviation Disaster

In an unnerving 24-hour span, the world witnessed three major aviation incidents, all occurring during peak flight hours and just as the world welcomed the new year, 2025. Intriguingly, these crashes happened in three different countries, involving three separate airlines, with each occurrence happening during landing at respective airports.

Jeju Air’s Tragedy in South Korea

The Korean authorities initially reported 179 fatalities following the Jeju Air crash at Muan International Airport but have since confirmed 167 deaths. Rescue operations continue for potential survivors, with two people already rescued alive.

"Most of the 181 passengers are presumed dead, except for two who were rescued successfully," reported Yonhap News Agency, citing a Jeolla fire department official who interacted with the passengers’ families at the airport. However, the death toll has been officially confirmed at 167, and the runway has been closed until New Year’s Day.

A Boeing 737-800 operated by Jeju Air, carrying 181 passengers and six crew members, caught fire upon landing at around 9:07 AM local time in Muan County. The plane had reportedly experienced landing gear issues and overshot the runway, smashing into a barrier before crashing into a wall and exploding.

Local media footage showed the aircraft sliding down the runway, engulfed in flames and shattered wreckage. Authorities revealed that air traffic control had warned of a bird strike incident just a minute before the plane’s emergency landing.

Two survivors, one passenger and one crew member, were found in the aircraft’s tail section and subsequently hospitalized in Seoul. Witnesses claimed to have seen flames coming from the jet’s engine and heard multiple explosions prior to the crash.

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All Jeju Air Plane Passengers Declared Dead, Except Two Cabin Crew

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Headline: Tragic End: Allbut Two Survivors in Jeju Air Disaster in South Korea

Subhead: A Boeing 737-800 aircraft of Jeju Air crashed at Muan International Airport in South Korea, resulting in 179 fatalities.

Byline: CNN Indonesia

Body:

In a devastating aviation incident, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 aircraft, with registration number HL8088, crashed at Muan International Airport in Muan, South Jeolla, South Korea, resulting in the tragic loss of 179 lives. The Korean National Fire Agency confirmed the fatality toll, making this one of the deadliest aviation disasters in South Korean history.

The aircraft, which was 15 years and 4 months old, had been on a flight from Bangkok, Thailand, and was carrying 181 passengers at the time of the accident. It crashed during an attempted landing at around 9:00 AM local time on Sunday, December 29.

Video footage from the scene showed the aircraft emitting smoke from its engine before being engulfed in flames upon impact. According to various sources, the disaster was caused by a combination of factors, including damage to the aircraft’s engine from colliding with a flock of birds, and the failure to extend its landing gear.

All 179 passengers on board the flight were confirmed dead, with only two cabin crew members managing to survive the crash. The identification process for the victims is ongoing, with 65 bodies already positively identified by authorities.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry and the international community. Jeju Air, based in South Korea, has expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and vowed to find answers and take appropriate action following an investigation into the cause of the crash.

The South Korean authorities, along with international aviation regulators, are currently conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the disaster. As more information becomes available, updates will be provided.

Call to Action: For further information and live updates, stay tuned to CNN Indonesia.

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