The pilot of a Jeju Air jet reported a bird strike and declared a mayday shortly before the plane crashed on Sunday, according to South Korea’s Transport Ministry. The incident was confirmed on Monday during a media briefing by a ministry official.
While details remain limited, the report suggests that the aircraft encountered birds during flight, leading to critical failure. Bird strikes can pose serious risks to aircraft, especially during takeoff and landing.
Emergency services rushed to the crash site, and investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the accident. Authorities are providing support to affected families and will release more information as it becomes available.
Jeju Air and South Korean aviation officials have not yet provided additional comments on the incident.
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Pilot of South Korean plane said there was a bird strike before crash
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