A catastrophic crash involving a Boeing 737 passenger jet in South Korea has reportedly left dozens dead and many more injured. The aircraft, which was en route from Thailand, veered off the runway at Muan International Airport around 9 AM local time on Sunday.
According to South Korean authorities, a failure in the plane’s landing gear caused the accident. Dramatic video footage captured at the scene shows the plane skidding across the runway on its underbelly, unable to stop before colliding with a barrier and erupting into flames.
Dozens Confirmed Dead, Rescue Efforts Continue
The flight carried 181 people, including 175 passengers and six crew members. Early reports indicate that at least 62 people have lost their lives, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue teams work tirelessly to locate survivors.
At least two individuals have been pulled from the wreckage alive, though their conditions remain unknown. Authorities are continuing search and rescue operations amid the devastation.
Landing Gear Malfunction Under Investigation
South Korean officials, as reported by CNN, have cited a landing gear malfunction as the likely cause of the crash. The footage shows the aircraft sliding across the tarmac with no visible wheels deployed, suggesting a catastrophic failure during landing.
The scene at Muan International Airport remains chaotic as emergency services work to extinguish fires, recover bodies, and assist the injured.
A Nation in Shock
This tragic incident has left South Korea and the international aviation community in mourning. As more details emerge, authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the crash to determine what led to the malfunction.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
