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US: Skydiving plane crash leaves 12 people dead in Missouri
DW.com • • general
Key Points:
- A private plane carrying 12 skydivers crashed near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all on board, including the pilot.
- The aircraft, a single-engine Pacific Aerospace P750 operated by Skydive Kansas City, failed to gain altitude and made a sharp left turn before crashing about 300 yards from the runway.
- First responders found no evidence that anyone attempted to jump from the plane during the crash, which occurred around 11:20 a.m. CT.
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation, with a final report on the cause expected in 12 to 24 months.
- Family members of some passengers witnessed the crash, and authorities described the incident as a tragic accident.
