1. Jeju Air Flight 2216 Crash in South Korea

On December 29, 2024, Jeju Air Flight 2216, a Boeing 737-800, crashed while attempting to land at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The aircraft skidded off the runway, collided with a concrete barrier, and caught fire, resulting in 179 fatalities out of 181 individuals on board. Investigations are ongoing, with initial reports suggesting multiple bird strikes as a probable cause. (wsj.com)

2. Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 Crash in Kazakhstan

On December 25, 2024, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243, an Embraer E-190AR, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 of the 67 occupants on board. The flight, en route from Baku to Grozny, veered off course and crashed near Aktau. Investigations into the cause are ongoing. (businessinsider.com)

3. Air Canada Express Flight 2259 Emergency Landing

On December 29, 2024, Air Canada Express Flight 2259, operated by PAL Airlines, made an emergency landing at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 aircraft skidded down the runway, with part of the airplane catching fire. All 77 passengers and crew survived with no serious injuries, though there was substantial damage to the aircraft. (en.wikipedia.org)

4. KLM Flight 1204 Emergency Landing

On December 29, 2024, KLM Flight 1204, a Boeing 737-800, overran the runway after diverting to Sandefjord Airport for an emergency landing following a loud noise reported from inside the aircraft. The incident is under investigation to determine the cause. (en.wikipedia.org)

These incidents highlight the ongoing challenges in aviation safety and the critical importance of thorough investigations to prevent future occurrences.

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