Tragic Findings from Fatal Air Disaster

SEOUL: Shocking new evidence has emerged regarding the catastrophic crash of Jeju Air's Boeing 737-800 in December. According to a source involved in the ongoing investigation, pilots allegedly turned off the less-damaged engine following a bird strike, leading to catastrophic consequences.

Cockpit Data Reveals Critical Mistake

The investigation, spearheaded by South Korea's Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board (ARAIB), has reportedly uncovered definitive proof including cockpit voice recordings and technical data. These findings indicate that the left engine, which had sustained minimal damage from the bird strike, was erroneously shut down instead of the right engine, which suffered more severe damage.

"The investigation team has solid evidence and backup data, and their findings are unlikely to change," stated the source, who preferred to remain unnamed due to the sensitivity surrounding the details yet to be officially released.

Ominous Circumstances Surrounding the Crash

The tragic incident, which occurred on December 29, resulted in the deaths of 179 individuals on board, making it the deadliest aviation disaster in South Korean history. Investigators addressed bereaved families recently, revealing that the right engine was critically damaged during the bird strike, heightening suspicions about the pilots' actions.

Despite the revelations, Jeju Air maintains it is fully cooperating with the ARAIB, as they await the final findings.

Outcry from Victims' Families and Pilot Union

The preliminary findings have sparked outrage among the families of the victims. During a briefing, lawyers representing the families protested the premature publication of information that seemed to primarily blame the pilots, without addressing other potential contributing factors.

As the investigation unfolds, both the pilots' union and victim representatives have called for a more comprehensive examination, including the embankment where the plane made a dramatic and fiery belly landing.

Looking Ahead: The Complexity of Investigating Air Crashes

In air crash investigations, multiple factors often contribute to a disaster. As international protocols dictate, a detailed final report is expected within a year. Despite the evidence accumulated thus far, investigators have yet to conclusively state that pilot error was the sole cause of the tragedy.

The Jeju Air pilots' union has asserted that the ARAIB is misleading the public by portraying the left engine as faultless, especially given the discovery of bird remains in both engines.

As the families await answers, they stress that the true story behind this tragic accident must be thoroughly examined to prevent similar disasters in the future.