Hijack 1971 — Characters & Cast

To prevent another tragedy like the 1969 abduction and ensure no passenger under his care is left behind.

Moves from a guilt-ridden, suspended Air Force pilot unable to perform independent commercial landings into a selfless leader who gives his life to protect his passengers.

Escape persecution in South Korea, gain recognition/bounty in North Korea, and take revenge on the state that destroyed his family.

A young man broken by poverty, police torture, and societal prejudice who turns into an unyielding terrorist, seeking escape to North Korea at all costs.

Maintain command and safely land the aircraft.

Supports Tae-in despite political rumors; after being blinded in one eye by the explosion, he provides calm, steady advice and crucial assistance during landing.

Protecting passenger lives and maintaining order inside the cabin.

Transforms from a cheerful flight attendant providing standard customer service to a courageous field tactician assisting pilots and keeping passengers calm during extreme turbulence and gunshots.