Gimpo Airport Issues Statement Following Controversy Over Jang Won-young's Departure Video

A video of IVE member Jang Won-young going through airport security has sparked criticism, with some alleging that both the airport and the singer failed to properly follow identity verification procedures.

Yesterday (June 16), the Korea Airports Corporation (KAC) announced that it would strengthen its guidance regarding identity verification procedures.

The footage shows Jang Won-young undergoing departure screening at Gimpo International Airport recently.

During the identity verification process, Jang kept her hat on and only slightly lowered her mask.

This led to controversy online regarding her attitude, while simultaneously prompting complaints demanding clarification on the airport's identity verification standards.

The complainant asked whether the same standards applied at Incheon International Airport—where passengers are instructed to briefly remove masks and hats—are also enforced at Gimpo Airport, and whether these standards are applied equally to everyone, including celebrities.

In response, the Korea Airports Corporation stated yesterday that it is conducting identity verification according to the same procedures as Incheon International Airport.

The corporation added that staff verbally instruct passengers to remove hats and masks, and that there is no preferential treatment for celebrities.

They further explained that they plan to actively promote and provide guidance on identity verification procedures through various methods moving forward.

(Video Source: YouTube Jang Won-young)
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