South Korea Boeing 737 Crash Investigation
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Following a deadly Boeing 737-800 crash in South Korea, resulting in 179 fatalities, the South Korean government has launched a comprehensive safety inspection of all 737-800 aircraft operated domestically. The investigation into the crash, initially attributed to a bird strike, is ongoing, focusing on a potential landing gear malfunction. A second incident involving a Jeju Air 737-800 experiencing the same issue further fueled concerns, prompting the acting president to call for increased transparency and preventative measures. The affected airlines operate a significant number of these planes, highlighting the scale of the safety review.