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world18 days ago

UPS plane crash death toll rises to 15 with worker's death on Christmas

A Cuban immigrant and scrapyard worker, Alain Rodriguez Colina, died from severe burns sustained in the UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, raising the death toll to 15. The crash occurred after the plane's engine detached during takeoff, leading to a fireball that impacted nearby businesses. Colina, who had recently moved to Louisville and worked at a scrapyard, was among the survivors initially but succumbed to his injuries on Christmas Day. Lawsuits have been filed alleging maintenance issues with the aircraft, and all MD-11 planes involved have been grounded pending investigation.

world2 months ago

Victims of UPS Plane Crash Identified by Kentucky Officials

Kentucky officials have identified the 14 victims of the UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville, which occurred after the plane's left engine caught fire during takeoff. The victims include pilots, employees, and a young child, with all bodies accounted for through DNA and medical records. The crash led to grounding of similar aircraft and an investigation, with officials emphasizing the tragedy's impact on the community.

world2 months ago

Kentucky UPS Plane Crash: 14 Dead, Engine Failure Under Investigation

Officials in Louisville, Kentucky, believe the death toll from a UPS plane crash will remain at 14, including the victims found at the crash site, those who died in hospital, and the plane's crew. The crash occurred during a flight from Louisville to Honolulu, with the aircraft's left engine detaching and causing a fireball. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, with authorities and agencies like the NTSB, FBI, and EPA involved.

world2 months ago

UPS Cargo Plane Crash in Louisville Claims 13 Lives, 3 Crew Members Confirmed Dead

A UPS cargo plane crashed during takeoff from Louisville's airport, igniting a massive fire and explosion that resulted in at least 12 fatalities. Videos captured the final moments of the crash, showing flames and smoke trailing the aircraft as it barely cleared a road before erupting in a fireball. Investigators are examining the cause of the engine failure and fire, with the incident deeply affecting the aviation community.

world2 months ago

Louisville Community Mourns and Supports After UPS Plane Crash

The death toll from the UPS cargo plane crash at Louisville airport has risen to 13, following an explosion caused by engine failure and fire shortly after takeoff. The incident is under investigation, with focus on the plane's maintenance history and recent repairs. The Louisville community and UPS are mourning the victims, and operations have resumed at the airport.

world2 months ago

Kentucky UPS Plane Crash: Search Underway for Victims and Causes

A UPS cargo plane crashed at Louisville's airport, causing a fire that killed at least 12 people, including a child and crew members. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire and engine failure, with the process expected to take over a year. The crash caused significant destruction and raised questions about maintenance and safety procedures.