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A private plane crashed near Business 49 Highway in Butler, Missouri, killing all twelve people on board, shortly after departing Butler Memorial airport.
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Butler, Missouri, United States
Who
Twelve people, including a pilot and 11 skydivers
What
A private plane crashed near Business 49 Highway in Butler, Missouri, killing all twelve people on board, shortly after departing Butler Memorial airport.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:29:07 GMT · 6h 28m ago
Where
Butler, Missouri, United States ·
Why
The plane reportedly turned back shortly after takeoff, with a local official speculating it might have been losing power, possibly attempting to land on the highway before stalling and crashing.
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This plane crash resulted in 12 fatalities, raising concerns that the National Transportation Safety Board has previously voiced regarding the oversight of skydiving operators.
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