Some of the skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers

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

Summary

Car Crash Butler Missouri in Butler, Missouri: A plane carrying skydivers crashed moments after taking off from the Butler Memorial Airport in Butler, Missouri, on a Sunday. The aircraft, operated by Skydive Kansas City, slammed into a field and burst into flames, resulting in the deaths of all 12 people aboard, including experienced jumpers. Witnesses reported that the plane made an abrupt left turn and appeared to be losing power before crashing.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Jen Sharp Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Some of the skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers | PBS News

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