Accidental Bombing by South Korean Air Force Pilots

Two South Korean Air Force pilots were charged with criminal negligence over an accidental bombing of a village during a training exercise, injuring at least 29 people and causing extensive property damage. Errors by the pilots entering coordinates were cited as the direct factors behind the incident. The Air Force chief of staff has apologized and measures are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

South Korean Military Drills

South Korean protesters demand halt to military drills after fighter jets accidentally drop bombs on civilian area, injuring 29 people. Authorities investigating incident, but military states it will not affect upcoming joint drills with U.S.

Accidental Bombing in South Korea during Joint Military Exercise

Two South Korean fighter jets accidentally dropped eight bombs on a civilian area during a joint live-fire exercise with the U.S. military, injuring eight people. The air force apologized, expressed hopes for a speedy recovery of the injured, and pledged compensation. The incident led to the suspension of all live-fire drills across South Korea.

Accidental Bombing in Pocheon

A South Korean fighter jet accidentally dropped eight bombs on a civilian area in Pocheon during a training exercise with the U.S. military, injuring at least 15 people.

Accidental Bombing During Joint Military Exercise in South Korea

At least 15 people were injured in South Korea after fighter jets accidentally dropped eight bombs on a civilian area during a live-fire joint exercise with U.S. forces. The incident led to serious injuries, damaged buildings, and a call for a transparent investigation and enhanced safety measures.