A plane crash in Missouri on June 15, 2026, resulted in the deaths of all 12 individuals on board, including 11 skydivers and a pilot. The aircraft, a Pacific Aerospace P750, crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport around 11:35 a.m. local time. Skydive Kansas City, the company operating the flight, stated that their staff is in shock and expressed condolences to the victims' families. The company is cooperating with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which are investigating the incident. Preliminary reports suggest that the aircraft may have experienced power issues before the crash, but no indications of criminal activity have been found. Some family members of the victims were present at the airport during the crash.
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Missouri skydiving plane crash results in 12 fatalities; investigation ongoing
A skydiving plane crash in Missouri on June 15, 2026, resulted in the deaths of 12 people, including 11 skydivers and a pilot. The investigation is being led by the FAA and NTSB, with initial reports suggesting potential power issues as a cause. Skydive Kansas City expressed condolences and is cooperating with authorities.
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Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed all 12 aboard is a 'devastating loss,' company says
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Missouri skydiving plane crash results in 12 fatalities; investigation ongoing