At least 9 killed, others injured after a UPS plane crashes near the Louisville airport

What You Need to Know: Louisville UPS Cargo Plane Crash
 

A UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday, leaving behind a fiery trail of destruction. Authorities have confirmed at least nine deaths, with several others injured. Officials warn that the death toll may rise as recovery and investigation efforts continue.

Key Developments

• Investigation Underway:
  A team from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash.
• Black Boxes Recovered:
  Investigators have retrieved the aircraft’s cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder, which are expected to provide vital information on what went wrong.
• State of Emergency Declared:
  Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard to assist rescue workers and secure the crash zone.
• Flights Resume on Limited Basis:
  Louisville Airport has reopened with limited operations. Only one runway is currently functional, and flight delays are ongoing due to Tuesday night’s backlog.

NTSB Appeals to Residents

NTSB officials say “a lot” of debris from the crash may have scattered into nearby neighborhoods and business areas. The debris field extends about half a mile from the crash site near the airport.

NTSB member Todd Inman urged residents to avoid touching or moving any debris and instead contact investigators if they find anything that may be related to the crash.

Residents who discover debris are asked to email the NTSB at witness@ntsb..

Investigators continue to search for missing aircraft parts that could reveal critical clues about the cause of the tragedy.