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11 skydivers and pilot killed in plane crash near Kansas City

11 skydivers and pilot killed in plane crash near Kansas City

Summary

A plane crashed near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri, killing all 12 people on board, including the pilot. The plane was carrying skydivers and went down in a field close to the airport, and authorities are investigating the crash.

Key Facts

  • Twelve people died in the crash, including the pilot.
  • The crash happened near Butler Memorial Airport, about 60 miles south of Kansas City, Missouri.
  • The plane was carrying skydivers.
  • Emergency crews arrived after receiving a report of a plane on fire around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday.
  • The aircraft landed in a field next to the airport.
  • Authorities closed nearby roads as a safety precaution.
  • The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the accident.
  • Missouri State Highway Patrol, Butler Police, and Bates County Sheriff responded to the scene.
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