Jeju Air Disaster: NTSB Joins Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced it has dispatched investigators to South Korea to assist with probing the Jeju air accident that occurred on December 29, resulting in over 170 fatalities. The team includes specialists focusing on operational factors and airworthiness as part of the international effort.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 31-12-2024 07:22 IST | Created: 31-12-2024 07:22 IST

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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed on Monday it has sent a team of investigators to South Korea. This decision follows the tragic Jeju air accident on December 29, which caused the loss of more than 170 lives.
Included in the team are an accredited representative and investigators specializing in operational factors and airworthiness. These specialists are crucial for examining the circumstances surrounding the disaster.
The NTSB's involvement underscores the severity of the crash and highlights international cooperation in improving aviation safety standards globally.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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