Muan Jeju Air Disaster: Two Survivors Among Crew Members Raise Concerns About Lasting Memories

Survivor A: Female Crew Member in Her 20s

In a developing situation, a female crew member in her 20s, identified as Survivor A, has been admitted to Mokpo Jung Ang Hospital after an unfortunate aviation accident. Reports indicate that she suffered from multiple fractures and contusions. While her verbal communication was limited post-incident, she was responsive to the medical team’s inquiries. A detailed account from A revealed that “smoke emerged from the airplane engine, followed by an explosion,”highlighting the chaos experienced during the crisis. Hospital officials have confirmed plans for her transfer to a Seoul-based medical facility upon consulting her parents upon their arrival.

A representative from the hospital stated, “We are unable to provide extensive information at this moment, but she is conscious and stable. Emergency treatment is ongoing, and decisions regarding her transfer will be made in collaboration with her family.”

Survivor B: Male Crew Member in His 30s

Meanwhile, the other survivor, known as Survivor B, is a 33-year-old male crew member who has been taken to Mokpo Hankuk Hospital. Upon his arrival, when the medical staff questioned him about his injuries, he visibly displayed confusion by asking, “What happened?”

At the time of the incident, B was engaged in passenger services in the rear of the aircraft. Medical assessments report that he is in stable condition, exhibiting normal vital signs and the ability to walk unassisted. He recounted, “I had my seatbelt fastened as the plane was landing, but I cannot recall what transpired after that.”

A hospital spokesperson offered insights into B’s mental state, saying, “Given the gravity of the situation, he is likely experiencing extreme anxiety. His initial focus on passenger safety might explain his first inquiries.”

Public Concern for the Survivors

The tragic events surrounding the incident have elicited a profound response from the local community. Patients at both Mokpo Jung Ang and Hankuk Hospitals expressed sentiments reflecting on the survivors’ fortunes amid the disaster, noting, “It’s truly heartbreaking; they are fortunate to be alive. However, the traumatic memories of this incident will remain with them forever, which is worrying.”

South Korean Plane Crashes and Catches Fire

Earlier this morning, at approximately 9:03 AM on December 29th, Jeju Air Flight 7C2216, which was arriving from Bangkok, suffered a catastrophic failure during its landing attempt at Muan International Airport, crashing into nearby structures and disintegrating. The Boeing 737-800 was carrying 175 individuals, including 173 South Koreans and two Thai nationals, along with six crew members. The aftermath of the crash saw the aircraft engulfed in flames.

By 9:46 AM, firefighting teams succeeded in quelling the initial blaze and rescued the two injured crew members from the aircraft’s tail section. Unfortunately, most passengers are presumed to have perished in the incident. Fire and aviation authorities are continuing their efforts in rescue operations and investigations to determine the root cause of this tragic accident.

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