At least 28 people have been confirmed dead following a plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea, according to reports from Yonhap news agency. The incident occurred when a Jeju Air flight, carrying a total of 181 individuals, veered off the runway upon landing and collided with a wall.
The Boeing 737 was returning from Bangkok, Thailand, with 175 passengers and six crew members onboard. As emergency services worked to rescue those trapped in the aircraft's tail section, they discovered one survivor amongst the wreckage, further details indicated.
While the exact cause of the crash remains uncertain, preliminary investigations suggested that a bird strike could have led to a malfunction in the landing gear. Authorities are actively seeking to clarify the situation and provide support for the affected families.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available. Follow @PulseWireNews for immediate alerts and updates on this tragic incident.
The Boeing 737 was returning from Bangkok, Thailand, with 175 passengers and six crew members onboard. As emergency services worked to rescue those trapped in the aircraft's tail section, they discovered one survivor amongst the wreckage, further details indicated.
While the exact cause of the crash remains uncertain, preliminary investigations suggested that a bird strike could have led to a malfunction in the landing gear. Authorities are actively seeking to clarify the situation and provide support for the affected families.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available. Follow @PulseWireNews for immediate alerts and updates on this tragic incident.
