A UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport on November 4, 2025, resulting in 15 deaths, including the three pilots and 12 on the ground, with the crash caused by mechanical issues and debris spread over a half-mile; the investigation may take up to two years.
A UPS cargo plane nearly took off when a cockpit bell sounded, indicating a possible engine fire, just before crashing and killing 14 people. Investigators are examining the cockpit voice recorder and video footage to determine the cause, with the crash occurring after the aircraft was past its decision speed to abort. The incident has prompted lawsuits and ongoing safety investigations.
A UPS cargo plane crashed near Louisville airport, killing at least 11 people, after CCTV footage showed its left engine detached during takeoff, leading to a sharp bank and crash. The aircraft, a 34-year-old McDonnell-Douglas, was headed to Honolulu when the accident occurred, prompting an investigation supported by Boeing and the NTSB.