A look at South Korea's history of man-made tragedies preceding the Muan International Airport crash

The devastating crash of a Jeju Air passenger jet at South Korea's Muan International Airport killed 179 of the 181 people on board. The December 29, 2024, aviation disaster was the latest in the grim history of tragedies in the country resulting in significant loss of life. Other major incidents include a devastating 2022 Halloween crowd crush, the 2014 sinking of the Sewol ferry and a subway fire in 2003. The disasters over the past three decades have deeply impacted South Korean society, raising crucial questions about safety standards, emergency preparedness and the need for improved regulations across various sectors.