Louisville, Kentucky — Federal investigators and local authorities are continuing to examine the cause of a UPS cargo plane crash at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, which left at least 14 people confirmed dead and several others injured. Officials have moved from rescue to recovery operations as the investigation enters its second full day.
The Crash and Immediate Response
The incident occurred around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, when a UPS MD-11 aircraft experienced catastrophic failure during takeoff. The plane, bound for Honolulu, Hawaii, was carrying standard freight and approximately 38,000 gallons of jet fuel, according to aviation officials.
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