Investigation into the Cause of South Korea Plane Crash Raises Maintenance Concerns
A plane crash in South Korea on December 29 resulted in 179 fatalities and left two survivors. While initial findings suggest bird strikes as a possible cause, questions regarding maintenance have emerged due to the aircraft’s intense flying schedule prior to the incident. The aircraft, operated by Jeju Air, a low-cost carrier known for safety issues, had performed multiple flights just before the accident. Experts are calling for thorough investigations into its maintenance history and mysterious maneuvers leading up to the crash.