**Tragic Fatality of Ex-Airport Chief Shakes South Korea Post Plane Crash**

Fri Mar 14 2025 15:43:35 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
**Tragic Fatality of Ex-Airport Chief Shakes South Korea Post Plane Crash**

Former official's alleged suicide comes after the devastating Jeju Air disaster at Muan International Airport.


The tragic death of Son Chang-wan, ex-president of the Korea Airports Corporation, has raised questions about accountability following the deadly plane crash that claimed 179 lives.

In a shocking revelation, former executive Son Chang-wan was discovered deceased in his Gunpo residence. Authorities reported no signs of foul play, indicating a possible suicide. Son had led the Korea Airports Corporation during crucial renovations at Muan International Airport, where the catastrophic Dec. 29 incident involving a Jeju Air flight occurred, resulting in the worst aviation disaster in South Korea's history.

Despite Son's role during the airport's renovation, he wasn't under investigation regarding the crash, which has brought scrutiny upon the airport's safety protocols. The Boeing 737-800 skidded into a concrete barrier, leading to widespread carnage that saw only two survivors from the flight.

Critics have spotlighted a concrete wall designed to house essential antennas, suggesting that the structural design may have compounded the disaster's severity. Although the Korea Airports Corporation and government officials have defended the wall's compliance with safety standards, several inspections revealed that Muan Airport and others fell short of existing regulations.

In light of the incident, the Ministry of Transportation has announced plans to replace the current concrete barrier with more forgiving structures and implement safety zone improvements. Meanwhile, an investigation involving South Korean, U.S., and Boeing aviation officials faces challenges, including the failure of the flight recorder shortly before the crash.

Amid the ongoing inquiries, Jeju Air's CEO has been barred from leaving the country as investigations continue.

Jin Yu Young reports on developments in South Korea, with insights from Choe Sang-Hun, a seasoned journalist covering the region's pressing issues.

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