A tragic plane crash in South Korea on Sunday morning claimed the lives of at least 179 people out of the 181 aboard. The flight, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, was traveling from Bangkok to Muan and crashed shortly after attempting to land. Locals reported seeing flames in the jet’s engine and hearing multiple explosions as the aircraft descended and burst into flames.
In the hours before the crash, one of the passengers sent a distressing text message to their family, saying, “Should I say my last words?” This message came shortly after the passenger reportedly mentioned a bird stuck to the plane’s wing, hinting at a possible bird strike.
Should I Say Last Words?”: Text Sent by Passenger Before Fatal South Korea Plane Crash.Eyewitnesses described the chilling moments leading up to the crash. One individual, walking 4.5 kilometers from the airport, recalled seeing the plane descending and then noticing a flash of light. This was followed by a loud bang and a series of explosions, culminating in black smoke billowing into the sky.
The plane, which was attempting a “belly landing” without fully extended landing gear, skidded off the runway, crashed, and immediately caught fire. Authorities later reported that two crew members were rescued, but the remaining passengers, including a 78-year-old man and a three-year-old baby, were not so fortunate.
The crash has sparked investigations into possible causes, including bird strikes and weather conditions, with emergency services continuing to search for bodies and scattered debris. At the crash site, personal belongings, including clothes and water bottles stained with blood, were found scattered across the area.
Should I Say Last Words?”: Text Sent by Passenger Before Fatal South Korea Plane Crash.Local authorities have transitioned from rescue to recovery operations, and the Muan airport has canceled all flights. In response to the tragedy, Jeju Air issued a statement of deep apology, assuring full cooperation with investigators and pledging support for the victims’ families.
In the wake of the incident, the Thai government expressed its condolences, confirming that two Thai nationals were on board and offering assistance to their families.