The investigation into the deadly crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216 on December 29 continues, with a recently uncovered transcript shedding light on the pilots' last communications as they struggled with the aircraft’s landing. As officials continue to seek answers, both black boxes have not recorded critical moments before the tragedy.
Insights into the Tragic Jeju Air Flight 2216 Crash: Ongoing Investigation Reveals Key Information
Insights into the Tragic Jeju Air Flight 2216 Crash: Ongoing Investigation Reveals Key Information
A partial transcript reveals prior communications between pilots and air traffic control just before Jeju Air Flight 2216's catastrophic landing, providing crucial clues into the disaster that resulted in 179 fatalities.
The ongoing investigation surrounding the December 29, 2025, crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216 provides fresh insights after a partial transcript of communications between the pilots and air traffic controllers was revealed. The plane tragically crashed while attempting to land at Muan International Airport in South Korea, claiming the lives of 179 people.
The transcript indicates the pilots’ attempts to navigate around a bird strike, leading to a mayday call just minutes prior to the accident. During this crucial time, the aircraft made several attempts to land using different approaches: first signaling a left turn followed by a right turn to land from the south. When neither option proved viable, the pilots accepted an alternate landing direction proposed by air traffic control.
During the chaotic landing, the aircraft ultimately hit the runway belly-first, losing control and crashing into a concrete structure on the airport grounds, igniting a catastrophic fire. Only two flight attendants seated at the back of the Boeing 737-800 survived the disaster.
This incident marks the deadliest airplane crash in South Korean history, intensifying the scrutiny of both the flight's operations and the subsequent investigation. Importantly, just before the crash, both black boxes ceased recording, making the transcript crucial in piecing together the events leading to the accident. However, it does not detail the aircraft's engine status or electrical supply, areas identified as essential for the investigation's success.
The relatives of the victims were informed of the transcript's findings by officials involved in the investigation process, although certain portions were withheld to protect individual privacy. As families await comprehensive answers, the board overseeing the investigation has yet to publicly release the full details of the transcript.
The transcript indicates the pilots’ attempts to navigate around a bird strike, leading to a mayday call just minutes prior to the accident. During this crucial time, the aircraft made several attempts to land using different approaches: first signaling a left turn followed by a right turn to land from the south. When neither option proved viable, the pilots accepted an alternate landing direction proposed by air traffic control.
During the chaotic landing, the aircraft ultimately hit the runway belly-first, losing control and crashing into a concrete structure on the airport grounds, igniting a catastrophic fire. Only two flight attendants seated at the back of the Boeing 737-800 survived the disaster.
This incident marks the deadliest airplane crash in South Korean history, intensifying the scrutiny of both the flight's operations and the subsequent investigation. Importantly, just before the crash, both black boxes ceased recording, making the transcript crucial in piecing together the events leading to the accident. However, it does not detail the aircraft's engine status or electrical supply, areas identified as essential for the investigation's success.
The relatives of the victims were informed of the transcript's findings by officials involved in the investigation process, although certain portions were withheld to protect individual privacy. As families await comprehensive answers, the board overseeing the investigation has yet to publicly release the full details of the transcript.
