Four Years After China Eastern Disaster, Investigation Remains Silent

Four years have passed since the China Eastern Airlines disaster, yet investigators remain silent. On March 21, 2022, a Boeing 737-800 crashed in Guangxi, killing all 132 aboard. It remains China’s deadliest aviation accident in three decades.

Global guidelines mandate a final report within one year. However, the Civil Aviation Administration of China has skipped two consecutive annual updates. Preliminary data ruled out mechanical failure or weather. Yet, flight recorders reportedly suggest intentional action, according to Wall Street Journal sources citing U.S. officials.

The regulator claims such speculation interferes with investigations. Meanwhile, the International Air Transport Association warns that delayed reporting compromises global safety standards. Families await answers while the industry questions transparency.