Jeju Air Crash in Muan Kills 179

In response to the tragic crash of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 that claimed 179 lives at Muan International Airport, South Korea's transport ministry is undertaking a comprehensive safety overhaul of airport structures critical for aircraft landings. Investigations revealed that both the flight data and cockpit voice recorders ceased functioning approximately four minutes before the crash, complicating the investigation into the incident, which was attributed to possible mechanical failures following a bird strike. The aircraft's landing gear failed to deploy, resulting in a crash into a concrete structure, raising serious concerns about the airport's safety design and emergency preparedness. Meanwhile, the ministry is conducting safety inspections of all Boeing 737-800 aircraft in the country and plans to implement improvements by 2025. As the investigation continues, experts are scrutinizing the absence of distress signals and the adequacy of Muan airport's safety measures, especially regarding its embankment structures. The commitment to enhancing safety protocols highlights the urgent need for regulatory reforms in response to this aviation tragedy.