12 dead after plane full of skydivers crashes

Published
June 14, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Butler, Missouri
Butler Memorial Airport
Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: At least 12 people were killed when a plane carrying skydivers crashed near Butler Memorial Airport, about 65 miles south of Kansas City. The crash involved 11 skydivers and the pilot, and authorities are investigating the incident.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed skydiver Unknown Fatal
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal

Original reporting

12 dead after plane full of skydivers crashes | Fox News

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