12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing 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 Butler, Missouri. The aircraft, carrying a pilot and 11 passengers on a skydiving outing, struck the ground nose‐first, caught fire, and all aboard were killed. Emergency responders extinguished the blaze and investigators began work to identify victims and determine causes.
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