Skydive Kansas City issues statement after Butler crash

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

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: An aircraft operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport in Butler, Missouri. The plane, carrying 11 skydivers and a pilot, stalled near Interstate 49 Business and all 12 aboard were killed. Authorities are investigating the incident with local officials, the FAA, and the NTSB.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed skydiver Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Skydive Kansas City issues statement after Butler crash | Kansas City Star

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