Experienced skydivers among 12 killed in Missouri plane crash, friend says

Published
June 15, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Butler, Missouri
field near Butler Memorial Airport
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Incident type
Aircraft, Crash, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A private aircraft carrying a pilot and 11 passengers crashed into a field near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri, bursting into flames and killing everyone on board. Several of the victims were experienced skydivers who had been preparing to jump at the airport. The incident was witnessed by family members who had come to watch the group. Skydive Kansas City and the United States Parachute Association expressed shock and condolences following the tragedy.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Experienced skydivers among 12 killed in Missouri plane crash, friend says

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