12 killed in skydiving plane crash in Missouri, authorities say
Summary
Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A single‐engine turboprop plane operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport in Bates County, Missouri. All 12 people aboard-one pilot and 11 passengers-were killed when the aircraft struck a field and caught fire. The crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
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