Fatal aircraft impact on Mt Hallasan during approach to Jeju

53 fatalities • Mt Hallasan, South Korea • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft flying from Seoul crashed into the north face of Mt Hallasan while attempting to land at Jeju Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Jeju Airport from Seoul, the flight encountered significantly degraded weather conditions. As the crew proceeded with the descent, visibility became severely restricted. While operating in these low-visibility conditions, the aircraft collided with the northern slope of Mt Hallasan, located approximately 13 km south of the destination airport.

The impact occurred within a densely forested canyon area. Search efforts located the wreckage in the wooded terrain, but the crash resulted in 53 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.

Findings

The flight was operating in poor visibility during the descent phase.
The aircraft struck mountainous terrain approximately 13 km from the airport.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain during descent due to limited visibility caused by adverse weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1982-02-06 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident near Mt Hallasan, South Korea?

An aircraft flying from Seoul crashed into the north face of Mt Hallasan while attempting to land at Jeju Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1982-02-06 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 53 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1982-02-06 involved a Fairchild C-123 Provider, operated by Republic of Korea Air Force, at Mt Hallasan, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?