In South Korea, at Muan Airport, a tragic plane crash occurred: a passenger plane, which returned from Bangkok, left the runway and crashed into the fence. The incident happened at the Muan International Airport, located in the province of South Cholla, 288 km from the capital of Seoul.
There were about 175 passengers and 6 crew members on board. The accident, according to official data, killed 28 people, several more were injured in varying degrees of severity. South Korea's authorities have already started an investigation to find out the exact circumstances of the catastrophe. Rescue work is also active at the scene. According to officials, it is extremely important to coordinate efforts to assist the victims, as well as to fully cleanse the airport. The Acting President of South Korea Chkhve San IOC has ordered all efforts to assist the victims and ensure efficient rescue operations.
According to journalists, the aircraft was running from Bangkok, and the disaster happened during the landing. However, the reasons why the aircraft left the lane are not now found out. South Korea authorities promise to publish more information after the investigation has been completed.
This incident has become a serious blow to South Korea, where aviation security is traditionally high. Rescue services continue to work at the site of the disaster to minimize the effects of tragedy.
