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At least 120 individuals lost their lives when a Jeju Air Boeing 737 crashed at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The aircraft, identified as Flight 7C-2216, was en route from Bangkok, Thailand, carrying 175 passengers and six crew members. The incident occurred during landing.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the crash might have been caused by "bird strikes, which led to malfunctioning landing gear" during the attempt to land. However, South Korea's transport ministry reported that the control tower had warned of a bird strike before the accident. Authorities are investigating whether a bird strike caused the landing gear failure.

Footage broadcasted by local media depicted the twin-engine jet skidding down the runway without its landing gear before hitting a wall and igniting flames and debris. Images also showed parts of the plane engulfed in smoke and fire.

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Acting President Choi Sung-mok is overseeing rescue operations. His office stated, "All related agencies must mobilize every resource to save lives." A spokesperson for Jeju Air confirmed that an investigation into the reports is underway.

Jeju Air is a low-cost airline based in Jeju City on Jeju Island. Established in 2005 as part of the Aekyung Group, it offers affordable flights within South Korea and to various Asian destinations using primarily Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

The airline follows a low-cost carrier model with basic airfare options and additional services available for purchase. It serves both domestic and international travelers visiting Jeju Island and is part of the Value Alliance network of low-cost carriers.

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