In a tragic incident on December 29, Jeju Air Flight 2216 crashed at Muan International Airport, resulting in the deaths of 179 people. Recent investigations have surfaced a partial transcript of conversations between the pilots and air traffic controllers, highlighting the events leading up to the catastrophe. According to the transcript, the pilots noted a bird strike and issued a mayday call while preparing for landing. They shifted landing strategies multiple times, ultimately landing the plane on its belly after a failed approach to the runway.
The plane, a Boeing 737-800, did not engage its landing gear, leading to a deadly overrun and a fire that engulfed the aircraft. The investigation continues, with particular focus on why the flight recorders stopped capturing data during the crucial moments before the crash. Only two flight attendants survived, prompting significant scrutiny regarding the plane's engine status and electrical systems.
Meanwhile, a representative from the investigative board recently shared the transcript with victims' families but did not disclose specific portions to maintain participant privacy. The full details remain under wraps as officials piece together what led to South Korea's deadliest aviation disaster.
