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

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 skydiving plane carrying a pilot and 11 passengers crashed moments after taking off from Butler Memorial Airport in Butler, Missouri, killing everyone on board. The aircraft burst into flames shortly after an abrupt left turn and loss of power, according to authorities.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

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

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