New images show engine flying off before UPS cargo plane crash
Summary
New images from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) show that the engine of a UPS cargo plane detached and hit the aircraft's fuselage before the plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky. The crash, which occurred on November 4th, resulted in 14 deaths and 23 injuries.Key Facts
- The UPS cargo plane's engine came off the wing during takeoff and struck the fuselage.
- The crash happened shortly after the plane left the ground, climbing only about 30 feet.
- The plane was headed to Hawaii and carried large amounts of fuel during the crash.
- 14 people died, including three crew members on the plane and 11 on the ground.
- The NTSB found fatigue cracks and fracture in the engine mount, indicating part failure.
- The plane had over 21,000 flight cycles, yet required inspections were not completed.
- A five-mile shelter-in-place order was issued over concerns of explosions and pollution.
- An investigation continues, with the cockpit and flight data recorders under examination.
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