12 killed in skydiving plane crash in Missouri, authorities say
Summary
Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A single‑engine turboprop operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed in a field near Butler Memorial Airport, Missouri, shortly after taking off around 11:30 a.m., Sunday. The aircraft, carrying the pilot and 11 passengers for a skydiving outing, was engulfed in flames and all 12 aboard were killed. Emergency responders extinguished the fire quickly and investigators from the FAA and NTSB are on site to identify victims and determine causes.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Pilot | Driver | Fatal |
| Unnamed Passenger | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
12 killed in skydiving plane crash in Missouri, authorities say