South Korea Plane Crash:A devastating plane crash at South Korea’s Muan Airport on Sunday claimed the lives of 179 people, leaving only two survivors. The survivors, identified as 32-year-old flight attendant Lee and 25-year-old Kwon, were seated in the last two rows, often considered the safest in commercial flights.
Why the Rear Seats Are Considered Safer
Studies, such as a 2015 report by Time Magazine, suggest that the rear seats of airplanes have a lower fatality rate (32%) compared to middle (39%) and front sections (over 38%). Lee and Kwon were rescued from the charred rear of the plane, suffering injuries but no life-threatening conditions.
South Korea Plane Crash:Details of the Crash
The Jeju Air flight from Bangkok to Muan crashed during landing at 9 PM local time. Reports indicate that a malfunctioning landing gear or a bird strike may have caused the accident. The plane skidded on the runway, hit a wall, and exploded into flames.
Survivors’ Condition
Both survivors are in shock and sustained serious injuries. Lee, with a fractured shoulder and head trauma, repeatedly asked, “What happened?” Kwon, suffering from a fractured ankle and abdominal pain, has no memory of the crash.
This tragic incident underscores the critical importance of aviation safety measures and emergency preparedness.
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