April 26th: China Airlines Flight 140 Crash and South Korean Shooting Spree

April 26th: China Airlines Flight 140 Crash and South Korean Shooting Spree

On April 26th, significant historical events took place in Asia, including the crash of China Airlines Flight 140 in Japan and a deadly shooting spree in South Korea. Let’s explore these events and their impact on Asia’s history.

1994: China Airlines Flight 140 Crash

On April 26th, 1994, China Airlines Flight 140 crashed at Nagoya Airport in Japan, killing 264 of the 271 people on board. The accident was attributed to pilot error, as the pilots accidentally triggered the plane’s takeoff/go-around mode during final approach. The crash led to improvements in pilot training and raised awareness about the importance of clear communication and understanding of aircraft systems.

References: Wikipedia – China Airlines Flight 140

1982: South Korean Shooting Spree

On April 26th, 1982, former police officer Woo Bum-kon went on a shooting spree in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, killing 57 people and injuring many others before taking his own life. The incident remains one of the deadliest known shooting sprees in history. It led to increased scrutiny of the police force, firearm regulations, and mental health support in South Korea.

References: Wikipedia – Woo Bum-kon