‘Airport chaos’ sparks debate in Korea: Should K-pop stars be required to submit a ‘travel plan?’

Every time a major K-pop star arrives or departs for an overseas schedule, chaos erupts at Korea’s airports. Departure halls are flooded with fans, photographers, and onlookers, creating bottlenecks that often inconvenience — and sometimes endanger — regular passengers. The phenomenon has become known as “airport nuisance,” and while authorities are trying to respond, an effective solution remains elusive. Last month, Incheon International Airport Corp. convened a safety meeting with private security companies to discuss the growing issue. The airport operator asked that celebrity management teams submit a “travel plan” in advance before arrivals and departures, and said it will remind security personnel to enforce safety rules and airport regulations during crowd control. These days, airports have become more than just transit points — they are also prime marketing stages. Celebrities frequently alert the media to their flight schedules so that photographers can capture them showcasing sponsored outfits from luxury brands. Helping to fuel the frenzy are fan photographerWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times