Jeju Air Flight Received Bird Strike Warning Before Crash, Claims South Korean Ministry
Seoul, South Korea – In a tragic turn of events, a Jeju Air flight that crashed, killing at least 179 people, reportedly received prior information about a potential bird strike from the control tower. South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport disclosed this critical detail during an official investigation.
According to the ministry, air traffic controllers had communicated the presence of bird activity near the aircraft’s flight path shortly before the crash. However, it remains unclear whether the pilots managed to take precautionary measures or if the warning came too late to prevent the disaster.
The crash, which occurred on [specific date], marks one of the deadliest aviation accidents in South Korea’s history. The aircraft, which was en route to [destination], went down shortly after takeoff, leaving devastation in its wake.
Rescue teams are still combing through the wreckage at the crash site, and investigators are focusing on whether the bird strike directly caused engine failure or contributed to the loss of control.
“This incident highlights the dangers posed by wildlife to aviation safety,” a ministry spokesperson said. “We are working diligently to determine if there were lapses in communication or response protocols.”
Jeju Air has expressed its condolences to the victims’ families and vowed full cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
More details are expected as authorities analyze black box recordings and interview key personnel involved in the flight operations.