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Deadly Crash of Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 at Muan International Airport

Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crashed during landing at Muan International Airport, resulting in 179 fatalities. Investigators are probing potential causes.

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Crashes typically have more than one cause — known as the "Swiss Cheese Model" in aviation, a string of smaller errors often leads to an accident, not just one.
Plane crashes at South Korean airport, killing dozens
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Updated: Dec 29th, 2024, 7:23 PM ET

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On December 29, 2024, Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crashed during landing at Muan International Airport, killing 179 of the 181 people on board. The Boeing 737-800, returning from Bangkok, reportedly suffered a bird strike, prompting a mayday call from the pilot shortly before colliding with a wall and catching fire. Emergency responders have confirmed that only two crew members survived. U.S. authorities, including the NTSB and FAA, are assisting in the investigation amid widespread international condolences, including a statement from President Biden expressing sorrow and support for South Korea.

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