Devastating airplane accident in Muan, South Korea results in the loss of 181 lives.

On Sunday, a catastrophic aviation incident occurred in the South Korean city of Muan, involving a Jeju Air passenger jet carrying 181 individuals. The aircraft, which was returning from Bangkok, Thailand, experienced a malfunction with its landing gear during the landing process. This malfunction caused the plane to veer off the runway, collide with a perimeter fence, and subsequently ignite into flames upon contact with the ground.

Reports from South Korean media, as quoted by AP News, indicate that the incident has resulted in significant casualties, with over 28 individuals confirmed dead or injured. Emergency services have successfully evacuated two passengers from the wreckage, although the South Jeolla province Fire Service Headquarters anticipates that this number may rise as recovery efforts continue.

As of the latest updates, rescue teams have extinguished the fire, but officials on the scene emphasized the severity of the damage, stating that the aircraft had been “almost completely destroyed” by the flames. Efforts to safely extract remaining passengers are underway, with authorities working diligently in the aftermath of this tragedy.

As the investigation into the cause of this accident unfolds, our thoughts remain with the victims and their families during this profoundly challenging time.