Breaking news: South Korea plane crash death toll rises to 179

A Jeju Air passenger jet carrying 181 people from Bangkok sped off the runway and burst into flames.

View in browser Dec. 29, 2024, 8:57 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Chang W. Lee/The New York Times South Korea Plane Crash Death Toll Rises to at Least 179 Officials were investigating what caused the Jeju Air jet to crash land, including why its landing gear appeared to have malfunctioned and whether the plane had been struck by birds. Read more Sign up for Breaking News Sign up to receive an email from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018