Flash floods after cloudburst devastate Indian Himalayan state
Flash floods unleashed by a sudden cloudburst in India’s Himalayan state of Uttarakhand on Tuesday (September 16) swept away villages and marketplac...
South Korean authorities have released initial findings into the deadly Jeju Air crash that killed 179 people last month, but several key questions remain unanswered, including the cause of the plane's wheels-up landing and the failure of its black boxes.
South Korea has unveiled the preliminary findings of its investigation into the deadly Jeju Air crash that occurred last month, marking the worst air disaster in the country’s history. The crash, which resulted in the deaths of 175 passengers and four of the six crew members, has left investigators with more questions than answers.
Among the initial discoveries, investigators confirmed that duck remains were found in both engines of the Boeing 737-800. The pilots had reported a bird strike shortly before the crash, which is being linked to the engine damage. However, questions persist about why the plane landed with its wheels up, a maneuver that remains unexplained.
Another key mystery surrounds the failure of the flight’s voice and data recorders, known as black boxes, which ceased functioning just moments before the pilots declared an emergency. At the time the black boxes failed, data indicated that the plane was still in flight, raising further concerns about the circumstances leading up to the crash.
In addition to the mechanical and technical factors, investigators are also examining the role played by airport infrastructure. After the plane touched down, it crashed into an embankment located near navigation equipment at Muan Airport. Critics have argued that the embankment, situated in line with the runway, may have contributed to the high death toll, suggesting it should not have been placed in such proximity to the landing path.
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations agency, mandates that accident investigators submit a preliminary report within 30 days of an incident, which South Korea has now done. A final report is expected within the next 12 months.
Despite the findings, South Korean investigators have promised an “all-out” effort to uncover the full causes of the crash. As the investigation continues, many are hoping that the answers will lead to greater safety measures and prevent future tragedies.
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