Overview
- Lawmakers approved the inquiry by 245–1, starting a 40‑day cross‑party probe that can be extended.
- The committee will examine bird‑strike risks, cockpit engine‑management decisions, and the concrete localizer structure at Muan Airport.
- ARAIB interim work found strikes to both engines and reported the left engine was shut down despite less damage, raising loss‑of‑thrust questions.
- Investigators will also review whether agencies downplayed or concealed findings, with police already probing current and former transport ministry officials.
- Families continue protests as Muan remains closed to commercial flights, and similar non‑frangible localizer installations at other airports are being retrofitted.