12 people presumed dead in Missouri plane crash carrying skydivers - AOL

Published
June 14, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Butler, Missouri
Business Interstate 49
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A plane carrying skydivers crashed near Butler Memorial Airport in Butler, Missouri. The aircraft failed to gain altitude after takeoff and made a sharp left turn before striking Business Interstate 49. All 12 people on board are presumed dead. Authorities closed the highway and the airport while investigating.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

12 people presumed dead in Missouri plane crash carrying skydivers - AOL

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