Twelve Killed as Skydiving Plane Crashes Near Butler, Missouri (opens original article in a new tab)

Twelve people were killed when a skydiving plane crashed near Butler, Missouri, after taking off and catching fire. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

• Twelve people were killed when a skydiving plane crashed near Butler, Missouri.
• The plane, operated by Skydive Kansas City, crashed shortly after takeoff and caught fire.
• Investigators are examining the cause of the crash, with the FAA and NTSB leading the inquiry.