Jeju Air CEO Banned from Leaving South Korea After Fatal Crash

• CEO of Jeju Air has been ban from travel
• Following the ongoing investigation 
• This decision reflects the seriousness of the Situation

The CEO of Jeju Air, Kim E-bae, has been banned from leaving South Korea following a fatal crash involving one of the airline’s planes.

The incident occurred on January 1, 2025, when a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed and caught fire at Muan International Airport, located approximately 288 kilometers southwest of Seoul. Tragically, 179 people lost their lives in the crash.

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According to police in South Jeolla Province, a travel ban has been imposed on Kim E-bae and one other individual as part of the ongoing investigation.

The crash, which has shocked the nation, is under intense scrutiny, with authorities working to determine the cause of the disaster.

Officials are continuing their investigation at the crash site, gathering evidence to understand the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

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• 85 Killed as Plane Catches Fire After Skidding Off Runway in South Korea

• South Korea Orders Airline Safety Review After Jeju Air Crash Kills 179

• 179 Dead in Worst South Korean Air Disaster: Black Box to Undergo US Analysis

The decision to restrict the CEO’s travel reflects the seriousness of the situation, as Jeju Air faces intense public and legal pressure. Further details about the investigation have yet to be released as authorities focus on uncovering what led to the deadly crash.

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