12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing in Missouri, authorities say

Published
June 15, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Butler, Missouri
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A plane carrying a pilot and 11 passengers on a skydiving outing crashed in a field near Butler, Missouri, shortly after takeoff at about 11:30 a.m. The aircraft caught fire, killing all aboard.

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 | National | richmondregister.com

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