Jeju Air Plane Crashes While Landing in South Korea

Families Mourn After South Korea’s Jeju Air Plane Crash

Posted by: lukwago J in World news December 30, 2024

Maeng Gi-Su’s festive trip to Thailand with his nephew and his nephew’s two sons, meant to celebrate the end of their college entrance exams, turned into a devastating tragedy. The Jeju Air plane they were on crash-landed in South Korea, resulting in the loss of 179 lives out of 181 passengers onboard.

The 78-year-old Maeng expressed disbelief and profound sorrow at the sudden disappearance of his entire family.

The ill-fated flight 7C2216 from Bangkok to Muan International Airport ended tragically as the Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway, crashing into a wall upon landing.

Among the victims were passengers aged between three and 78 years old, with the majority in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. The passengers, including five children under 10 years old, were returning home after celebrating the Christmas holidays in Thailand.

Heart-wrenching accounts emerged from Jeju Air plane crash, revealing the personal tragedies of those onboard. Family members spanning multiple generations, like Jongluk Doungmanee’s relatives, faced unimaginable losses.

The survivors, including a 33-year-old male and a 25-year-old female flight attendant, endured injuries but managed to survive the ordeal.

Seeking answers amidst grief

While the exact cause of the disaster remains unknown, eyewitnesses reported seeing signs of trouble before the plane crashed. The local community near the airport was shaken by the tragic event, with residents recalling harrowing moments leading up to the crash.

The grieving families, waiting for the identification of their loved ones, are left with lingering questions about the circumstances surrounding the crash.

As the nation mourns the loss of the victims, families grapple with the profound impact of the tragedy.

The community’s focus shifts towards supporting the bereaved families and honoring the memories of those who perished in the fatal plane crash. The search for answers and solace continues amidst the collective grief and shock that has gripped the nation.

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