Sunday, 29 December 2024

Plane crashes in December: a global overview of the outgoing year

A shot of a passenger plane crash in South Korea

December 2024 was marked by several tragic aviation accidents around the world. Below is an overview of recent plane crashes in Kazakhstan and South Korea, incidents in Norway and Canada, as well as assumptions related to these events.

 Plane crash in Kazakhstan

On December 25, 2024, an Azerbaijan Airlines plane carrying 69 passengers crashed near the city of Aktau in southwestern Kazakhstan. Dozens of passengers were killed in the incident, according to preliminary data, 38 people died and 29 survived. The survivors were able to get out of the rubble on their own, which underscores the ambiguous outcome of the tragic event.

An Embraer 190 plane en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia, crashed in a plane crash. Preliminary investigations and expert analysis suggest that the plane may have been shot down by a Russian surface-to-air missile, although these allegations are still under investigation. This incident has caused concern among the international community and speculation about the involvement of Russian air defense systems.

Plane crash in South Korea

On December 29, 2024, a Jeju Air plane skidded off the runway at Muan International Airport in South Korea, resulting in a catastrophic accident that killed at least 127 passengers. The Boeing 737-800, carrying 175 passengers and six crew members, crashed into a concrete fence while trying to land. Rescuers were able to extract two crew members from the wreckage, who were conscious during the rescue operation.

The incident raised questions about airport security and emergency response protocols. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause of the crash and identify any factors that could have led to the tragic outcome.

The incident in NORWAY 

A KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway in Norway due to a hydraulic failure.

On Saturday evening, December 28, a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 (registration number PH-BXM) was operating flight KL1204 from Oslo, Norway, to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, when a hydraulic failure occurred shortly after takeoff.

The crew decided to head to Oslo Thorp Sandefjord Airport. However, during landing, the plane rolled out to the right, off the runway into the soft grass, right in front of the taxiway.

No injuries were reported, and passengers were evacuated from the plane using mobile ladders. Emergency rescue teams went to the scene. Passengers and crew are being assisted, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.

The incident in CANADA

An Air Canada plane landed with a broken landing gear at Halifax Airport. The passengers received only minor injuries.

The plane crashes in Kazakhstan and South Korea have attracted the attention of the world community and caused condolences. The leaders of different countries expressed their sympathy and offered support to the affected countries. Investigations into both incidents are being conducted by local authorities with the assistance of international aviation experts.

In Kazakhstan, the focus is on determining the role of external factors, such as a suspected missile strike, in the downing of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane. In South Korea, the investigation is focused on understanding the sequence of events that led the Jeju Air plane to fly off the runway.

The plane crashes in Kazakhstan, South Korea, and incidents in Norway and Canada serve as clear reminders of the risks associated with air travel. As investigations continue, the aviation industry and the global community are waiting for answers that can help prevent similar tragedies in the future. 

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