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On December 29, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, en route from Bangkok to Muan, encountered serious trouble after reportedly striking a bird shortly before landing. The pilots declared a mayday, but the aircraft belly-landed without deploying its landing gear, leading to a tragic explosion when it veered off the runway.
The families of the victims believe that inadequate management of risks and failures in safety procedures contributed to this tragedy. One family member, Kim Da-hye, voiced her outrage over the slow-moving investigation and the emotional toll it is taking on the family members. “We are filled with deep anger and despair,” she stated, emphasizing their resolve to pursue justice and uncover the truth.
In addition to calling the airline and government officials to account, the complaint points to potential missteps in air traffic control response and regulatory compliance regarding runway safety features. Investigators have revealed finding bird feathers in the aircraft engines, but the extent of the bird strike's impact remains undetermined.
The incident has also brought unwanted attention to the families, as some have faced online harassment and unfounded allegations, calling into question their motives in seeking compensation. Eight individuals have reportedly been apprehended for spreading conspiracies online, further complicating an already painful grieving process.
As the investigations proceed, the families continue to advocate for answers, desperate to ensure such a tragedy is not repeated and that those responsible face appropriate consequences.
On December 29, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, en route from Bangkok to Muan, encountered serious trouble after reportedly striking a bird shortly before landing. The pilots declared a mayday, but the aircraft belly-landed without deploying its landing gear, leading to a tragic explosion when it veered off the runway.
The families of the victims believe that inadequate management of risks and failures in safety procedures contributed to this tragedy. One family member, Kim Da-hye, voiced her outrage over the slow-moving investigation and the emotional toll it is taking on the family members. “We are filled with deep anger and despair,” she stated, emphasizing their resolve to pursue justice and uncover the truth.
In addition to calling the airline and government officials to account, the complaint points to potential missteps in air traffic control response and regulatory compliance regarding runway safety features. Investigators have revealed finding bird feathers in the aircraft engines, but the extent of the bird strike's impact remains undetermined.
The incident has also brought unwanted attention to the families, as some have faced online harassment and unfounded allegations, calling into question their motives in seeking compensation. Eight individuals have reportedly been apprehended for spreading conspiracies online, further complicating an already painful grieving process.
As the investigations proceed, the families continue to advocate for answers, desperate to ensure such a tragedy is not repeated and that those responsible face appropriate consequences.
