Jeju Air Crash Investigation: US Technical Team Excludes Engine Experts

On December 29, 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, carrying 181 passengers, was forced to make an emergency landing at Muan International Airport, South Korea, due to an engine-related incident. Initial reports reveal that the first U.S. technical advisory team involved in the investigation did not include experts on engines. This has raised questions about the investigation’s scope, as the engine failure might not be the sole cause. Experts suggest the failure of the landing gear deployment could have contributed significantly to the crash. South Korean authorities are now conducting a thorough review of Boeing 737-800 aircrafts, focusing on maintenance records and safety compliance. Investigators are analyzing black box data to determine the exact cause.