In brief
In the aftermath of a shocking disaster, a father’s excitement for becoming a grandfather turns to grief as families cope with the loss of 179 lives on Jeju Air Flight 7C2216.
On December 31, 2024, tragedy struck at Muan International Airport when Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crashed, killing 179 people and leaving only two survivors. Among those lost was Oh Jaejin’s father, who had kept his travel plans secret to spare his son worry about the flight. Just days before the crash, he had expressed joy upon hearing that he would soon become a grandfather.The aftermath at the airport has been filled with anguish as families rushed to identify victims among the recovery efforts. Authorities worked diligently to piece together the wreckage, with 170 bodies identified by Tuesday morning, many of whom were parents and children, friends, and entire families. A memorial altar was arranged at the airport for visitors to pay their respects. The crash, described as one of the deadliest in recent history, has left the community in a state of mourning and disbelief as they seek closure and answers about what caused the disaster.
