Bird DNA Found in Engines of Crashed Jeju Air jet: Inquiry Reveals Critical Details
The tragic crash of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 in December has taken a new turn as investigators discovered remnants of bird DNA in the aircraft’s engines. The initial report, released by South Korean authorities, sheds light on the possible role of a bird strike in the deadly accident, which claimed 179 lives out of 181 onboard.The six-page report, submitted to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), revealed that DNA from Baikal Teal birds was found in both engines. Thes birds migrate to South Korea in large flocks during winter, raising questions about whether a collision with the flock contributed to the crash.
However, the report did not provide a definitive cause for the accident. It highlighted that the plane landed far on the runway without deploying its landing gear and noted a lack of direct instructions after the black box stopped recording four minutes before the collision.
Black Box Stops Recording 2 Kilometers Before Runway
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- Black Box Stops Recording 2 Kilometers Before Runway
- ongoing Investigation and International Collaboration
- Families Briefed on Initial Findings
- Key Details of the Jeju Air Crash
- Headings for Each Main Theme or Subtopic in “Bird DNA Found in Engines of Crashed Jeju Air Jet: Inquiry Reveals Critical Details”
The black box, consisting of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR), ceased functioning at 8:58:50 AM on December 29, approximately 2 kilometers before the aircraft approached the runway.This critical gap in data has left investigators with unanswered questions about the final moments of the flight.The crash occurred at Muan International Airport, where the plane collided with a concrete structure near the runway. The Investigation Committee under the Ministry of Transportation has estimated the location where the black box stopped recording but emphasized that further analysis of the FDR and CVR could take several months.
ongoing Investigation and International Collaboration
The initial findings have been shared with aviation authorities in the United States, France, and Thailand, as well as ICAO. The united Nations agency mandates that an initial report be submitted within 30 days of a flight accident, with a final report encouraged within 12 months.
The report also noted that the exact time of the bird strike, the number of birds involved, and whether other bird species were present remain undetermined. These details are expected to be addressed in subsequent updates as the investigation progresses.
Families Briefed on Initial Findings
The Ministry of Transportation held a meeting with the families of the victims on Saturday to brief them on the initial findings. The briefing aimed to provide clarity and openness as the investigation continues.
Key Details of the Jeju Air Crash
| Aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Aircraft | Boeing 737-800 |
| Date of Crash | December 29, 2024 |
| Location | Muan International Airport, South Korea |
| Fatalities | 179 out of 181 onboard |
| Survivors | 2 |
| black Box stop Time | 8:58:50 AM, 2 kilometers before runway |
| Bird DNA Found | Baikal Teal birds |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing, with initial report submitted to ICAO |
As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on understanding the sequence of events that led to this devastating crash. The discovery of bird DNA in the engines has added a new dimension to the inquiry, but experts caution that airplane crashes are frequently enough the result of multiple factors.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to our coverage.
