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The plane veered off the runway during landing at Muan International Airport and collided with the perimeter fence, causing the deaths of 179 people on board.
Authorities said on December 29 that a deadly plane crash in Muan could have been caused by a collision with a flock of birds leading to a malfunction of the landing gear.
As of 9.03 pm of the same day, authorities confirmed the deaths of 179 people on board the plane, with all bodies recovered. Two members of the crew survived the crash with medium to severe injuries.
The flight, Jeju Air 7C 2216 from Bangkok, Thailand, was carrying 175 passengers and six crew to South Jeolla province, Republic of Korea.
The plane veered off the runway during landing at Muan International Airport on Sunday morning and collided with the perimeter fence.
"Birdstrike" incidents occur when an airplane collides with a flock of birds or when birds enter an engine, often causing mechanical failures.
Police and fire officials are continuing to assess the damage and investigate the incident.
TB (according to VNS)
