Asiana Airlines fined for departing with passenger luggage left behind

Asiana Airlines was fined 12 million won (approximately $12,500) for departing a flight with 294 passengers without their luggage. The airline knew it couldn't load all checked baggage due to a flight rerouting caused by volcanic ash but departed anyway, informing passengers later via text message. This penalty underscores the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's commitment to holding airlines accountable for failing to inform passengers about baggage issues and other service disruptions.