Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea Leaves 23 Dead at Muan International Airport

Sat Jul 19 2025 01:50:25 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea Leaves 23 Dead at Muan International Airport

A passenger plane from Jeju Air crashes while attempting to land, raising questions about airport safety measures and emergency response.


A passenger aircraft operated by South Korea's Jeju Air tragically crashed upon landing at Muan International Airport on Sunday, resulting in the reported deaths of at least 23 individuals. The flight carried 175 passengers and six crew members. Local fire officials confirmed that 23 bodies have been found and are currently being transported to nearby hospitals. Emergency responders are still searching for more potential casualties following the crash, which has occurred as investigators begin to analyze the circumstances surrounding this devastating incident.

The relevant authorities have initiated an investigation into the factors leading to the accident. Early reports indicate that the aircraft veered off the runway during its landing attempt, prompting emergency services to act swiftly. As the situation unfolds, discussions about infrastructure adequacy at South Korean airports and the obligatory maintenance protocols for airlines are likely to emerge.

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