The recent crash of Jeju Air flight 7C2216 has plunged families in South Korea into deep mourning as they grapple with the sudden loss of loved ones. The Boeing 737-800, which was returning from Thailand, crash-landed at Muan International Airport early Sunday morning, marking the deadliest aviation disaster on South Korean soil. Among the deceased were families, including a group of relatives returning after celebrating the Christmas holidays. Eyewitness accounts recount harrowing details of smoke and explosions, as survivors and families search for answers and come to terms with their grief.
Tragedy Strikes: Families Grieve Following Devastating South Korean Plane Crash
Tragedy Strikes: Families Grieve Following Devastating South Korean Plane Crash
Families left shattered as they mourn the loss of loved ones in the Jeju Air crash that claimed 179 lives.
A festive trip to Thailand turned into a nightmare for several South Korean families as they devoured the shocking news of the deadly crash of Jeju Air flight 7C2216. Among the victims, 78-year-old Maeng Gi-Su is left heartbroken, mourning the loss of his nephew and two grandnephews, who were celebrating the end of their college entrance exams. "I can't believe the entire family has just disappeared," he told reporters, expressing his anguish.
The crash, which happened shortly after 09:00 local time, resulted in the deaths of 179 passengers out of the 181 on board the aircraft. The youngest victim was just three years old, while the majority fell within the 40s to 60s age range, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap news agency. Among the deceased were two Thai nationals, with the remaining passengers primarily South Korean.
Tragic tales emerged from the wreckage; victims included families returning from holidays and those starting new chapters in their lives. One distraught father recounted the loss of his daughter Mi-Sook, who had been on her way back from a celebratory trip with friends. "This is unbelievable," he lamented. Many families, now grappling with the shock of sudden loss, are left seeking answers and explanations.
Among the few survivors were two flight attendants who were found in the tail section of the plane, which retained some structural integrity in the crash. They have been hospitalized, with one recipient of care describing waking in the aftermath. The cause of the crash remains uncertain, but eyewitnesses report seeing distress signals from the aircraft moments before impact.
As families gather at Muan International Airport, the weight of sorrow hangs heavy. Parents and relatives await the identification of their loved ones with cries of grief echoing through the terminal. In light of this tragedy, the South Korean government has announced a national period of mourning and provides support for affected families. As investigations continue, questions loom over the circumstances leading to this calamity, with grieving families yearning for understanding and closure amid their profound loss.
The crash, which happened shortly after 09:00 local time, resulted in the deaths of 179 passengers out of the 181 on board the aircraft. The youngest victim was just three years old, while the majority fell within the 40s to 60s age range, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap news agency. Among the deceased were two Thai nationals, with the remaining passengers primarily South Korean.
Tragic tales emerged from the wreckage; victims included families returning from holidays and those starting new chapters in their lives. One distraught father recounted the loss of his daughter Mi-Sook, who had been on her way back from a celebratory trip with friends. "This is unbelievable," he lamented. Many families, now grappling with the shock of sudden loss, are left seeking answers and explanations.
Among the few survivors were two flight attendants who were found in the tail section of the plane, which retained some structural integrity in the crash. They have been hospitalized, with one recipient of care describing waking in the aftermath. The cause of the crash remains uncertain, but eyewitnesses report seeing distress signals from the aircraft moments before impact.
As families gather at Muan International Airport, the weight of sorrow hangs heavy. Parents and relatives await the identification of their loved ones with cries of grief echoing through the terminal. In light of this tragedy, the South Korean government has announced a national period of mourning and provides support for affected families. As investigations continue, questions loom over the circumstances leading to this calamity, with grieving families yearning for understanding and closure amid their profound loss.
