12 killed after Missouri plane crashes in one of the deadliest US skydiving incidents in decades
Summary
Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A single‐engine turboprop plane operated by Skydive Kansas City crashed moments after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport at about 11:35 a.m. local time, killing the pilot and 11 passengers. The aircraft failed to gain altitude, made a sharp left turn, and struck a field near the runway before catching fire. Investigators are examining possible power loss or fuel issues as potential causes. The incident is one of the deadliest skydiving plane crashes in U.S. history.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Pilot | Driver | Fatal |
| Unnamed Passenger | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
12 killed after Missouri plane crashes in one of the deadliest US skydiving incidents in decades