Massive fire broke out in the rear section of a passenger aircraft at an airport in South Korea today, triggering the evacuation of 176 passengers and crew on board, according to local officials.
According to South Korea’s Transport Ministry, Airbus A321 passenger jet operated by Air Busan, was preparing for a flight to Hong Kong from Gimhae International Airport in southeastern Busan when the fire broke out at approximately 10:15pm local time.
In total, 169 passengers along with seven crew members were evacuated using inflatable slides, the ministry added.
Ministry’s statement provided no details regarding the origin of the fire, except that the fire originated in the tail section of the aircraft.
According to the National Fire Agency, three people sustained minor injuries during the evacuation process. The fire was fully extinguished by 11:31pm local time, the agency added.
