Twelve people killed as plane full of skydivers crashes in Missouri, police say

The Independent World Sunday 14 June 2026, 18:17 UTC By Brittney Donovan 1 min read

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Twelve people killed as plane carrying skydivers crashes in Missouri, police say The plane crashed near an airport, killing all 12 people onboard - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Twelve have died after a plane carrying skydivers crashed near an airport in Missouri, police say. The plane went down near the Butler Memorial Airport, roughly 65 miles south of Kansas City. Emergency responders rushed to the scene after getting a call about the crash at around 11:30 a.m. Sunday morning, according to Missouri Highway Patrol Sgt. Justin Ewing. A witness reported seeing the plane engulfed in flames. “It landed in a field adjacent to the airport, but I think they’re shutting down the roadway just as a precaution,” Ewing said. Ewing said other details were not immediately available. The crash will be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board, he added. More to follow... Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments [Image text:] CROSSE POLICE LINE DO NOT CROSS

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