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South Korea's Safety Model Challenged by Jeju Air Crash

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South Korea's Safety Model Challenged by Jeju Air Crash

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  • A **tragic Jeju Air crash** occurred on December 29, resulting in the deaths of **179 out of 181 passengers**, marking it the **deadliest aviation accident** in years.
  • Despite this incident, **South Korea** has been recognized as a **global model for aviation safety**, transforming its previous poor safety record over the past three decades.
  • In the late 1990s, the **U.S. FAA downgraded** South Korea's air safety rating, prompting a **massive overhaul** of its aviation practices.
  • By 2008, South Korea achieved one of the world’s **highest safety scores** from the International Civil Aviation Organization, solidifying its reputation as one of the safest places to fly.
  • Experts believe that the ongoing investigation into the crash may provide **lessons** that could further improve **aviation safety** in South Korea.

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