Jeju Air crash: Families decry pilot error report

New findings point to pilot error

A recent report attributed the 2018 Jeju Air crash to pilot error, ending speculations about technical issues. Victims' families decry the report, demanding an independent investigation.

Details of the investigation

The Aviation Safety Council (ASC), South Korea's aviation regulator, released a report on the crash, detailing the investigation's findings. The crash, which occurred near Daegu International Airport, claimed the lives of all on board, including the pilot and co-pilot.

The report concludes that the crash was caused by the pilot's failure to follow standard procedures and inadequate reaction to unexpected situations. The pilot's action, or lack thereof, led to the aircraft's eventual stall and crash.

Families react to the news

Victims' families have criticized the ASC's findings, stating that the report lacks transparency and objectivity. They have demanded an independent investigation into the crash and the creation of an impartial inquiry committee. Family members argue that the ASC's report fails to consider other possible factors contributing to the accident.

Looking ahead

The ASC stands by its findings, and no further investigations are currently planned. The agency hopes this report will help improve aviation safety in South Korea and prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.