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Jeju Air crash: South Korea sets up independent inquiry into disaster that killed 179 amid delays and acrimony

MPs vote to investigate crash amid accusations from victims’ relatives of cover-ups and delays

The Guardian - AU

Initial probe into South Korea's Jeju Air crash angers families by hinting at pilot error

The findings sparked vehement protests from bereaved families who accused authorities of trying to shift responsibility for the disaster to the deceased pilots.

Euronews

Initial probe into South Korea’s Jeju Air crash hints at pilot error, angering families

The initial results of an investigation into December’s devastating Jeju Air crash in South Korea show that the plane’s both engines suffered bird strikes but its pilots turned off a less-damaged one just before its crash-landing

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Jeju Air Crash That Killed 179 Linked To Pilots Powering Down Less-Damaged Engine, Says South Korea Probe

The South Korea-led investigation into December's fatal Jeju Air crash, which caused over 179 deaths, says that the pilots turned off the less-damaged left engine after a bird strike.

Benzinga

Interim report into deadly South Korea plane crash highlights pilot error

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The Independent UK

Pilot error reportedly behind South Korea’s deadly Jeju Air crash as victims’ families protest findings

Families of Jeju Air crash victims accuse officials of prematurely blaming pilots in unreleased interim report

The Independent UK

Is flying safe? Experts on why the Air India crash shouldn’t make you scared to get on a plane

If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines.

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Families of Jeju Air crash victims file complaint against South Korean minister and 14 others

Complaint seen largely as symbolic step calling for swifter and more thorough probe

The Independent UK

South Korea ignored repeated bird strike warnings before Jeju Air disaster

Report says authorities knew of Muan airport facing high risk of bird strikes years before 179 people died in crash

The Independent UK

Aviation safety isn’t just about pilot skill — it also comes down to corporate decision-making

Air travel is statistically one of the safest modes of transporation. But a series of recent airline accidents has rattled the industry and the public — leading to a surge in Google searches for “is flying safe” in recent weeks.

The Conversation

What is a bird strike? How concerned you need to be when flying

Everything to know about bird strikes following the fatal Jeju Air flight in South Korea

The Independent UK

Multiple Injuries Reported In Delta Airline Landing Incident

Recent aviation incidents include injuries on a Delta flight in Toronto, a midair collision near Reagan Airport, and fatal accidents involving Jeju Air and...

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Bird detection radars to be installed at all South Korea airports after Jeju Air crash

Thermal imaging cameras and detection radars will be fitted following the deadly incident in December

The Independent UK

Passengers Furious As South Korean Airline Becomes First To Ban Power Banks In Cabin Bags

Air Busan has banned power banks from carry-on bags following a near take-off fire believed to be caused by a power bank.

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Al Jazeera

S Korea orders airports to install bird detection cameras after air crash

Ministry of Land aims to install at least one camera in each of 15 domestic airports after deadly air crash in December.

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Jeju Air Crash Investigation Reveals Black Boxes Stopped Recording

Discover key findings from the Jeju Air crash report in South Korea, including missing data from black boxes and evidence of bird strikes.

The Guardian - UK

Bird remains found in both engines of crashed Jeju Air jet, report says

Plane appears to have hit ducks before it crashed in Muan, South Korea, last month killing 179 people onboard

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Jeju Air Crash Investigation Reveals Bird Strike Traces

Preliminary report on Jeju Air crash in South Korea reveals bird strikes, black box issues, and landing gear failure. Investigations ongoing.

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The Independent UK

Jeju Air crash investigation finds new evidence suggesting bird strikes caused disaster

Crash at Muan airport on 29 December killed 179 people

Al Jazeera

Duck DNA, bird feathers found in ill-fated Jeju Air jet engines: Probe

Both engines of Boeing 737-800 jet contained DNA from Baikal teals, a migratory duck that flies to South Korea.

The Independent UK

South Korean plane crash report says bird remains were found in engines, but no cause yet revealed

The first report on last month’s Jeju Air crash in South Korea has confirmed bird strikes in the plane’s engines, though officials haven’t determined the cause of the accident that killed all but two of the 181 people on board

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Investigation Into Jeju Air Crash Reveals Preliminary Findings

Preliminary report on Jeju Air crash submitted, focusing on bird strike and localizer structure. Investigation ongoing.

International Business Times

S. Korea To Overhaul Some Airports After Jeju Air Crash

South Korean authorities said on Wednesday they will change the concrete barriers used for navigation at some airports across the country after the Jeju Air crash that left 179 people dead.

The Independent UK

Bubble tea chain manager sparks outrage for telling staff to call boss before family in emergency

‘If a crash happens, send me a message first,’ the manager allegedly said

The Independent UK

South Korea extends shutdown of airport where Jeju Air crash killed 179 people

Government plans to upgrade ‘localiser’ structures housing landing guidance systems at airports this year

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