12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing in Missouri, authorities say - Anchorage Daily News

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

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A single‑engine turboprop aircraft operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri, killing the pilot and 11 passengers on a skydiving outing. The plane struck a field, caught fire, and was destroyed. Emergency responders extinguished the blaze and worked to identify all victims. Authorities confirmed that the crash occurred on Sunday following the aircraft’s departure at about 11:30 a.m.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing in Missouri, authorities say - Anchorage Daily News

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