UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport, killing at least 12; black boxes recovered

UPS Plane Crashes Near Louisville Airport, Killing at Least 12

At least twelve people died and more than a dozen were injured when a UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday, officials reported. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation and confirmed on Wednesday that the aircraft’s black boxes were recovered.

Death Toll and Missing Persons

The number of fatalities increased throughout Wednesday, with Governor Andy Beshear and Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg cautioning that the toll could rise further as search efforts continued. According to the governor’s office, fourteen people remained missing as of Wednesday night.

“We do not expect to find anyone else alive,” said Gov. Andy Beshear.

Beshear noted that one of the victims is believed to be a young child. He also mentioned that search teams are still looking for several individuals.

Response and Investigation

The plane had three UPS crew members onboard, but authorities have not yet confirmed if they were among the dead. Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency on Wednesday following the incident. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg stated that the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is at the crash site to identify victims.

Official Statements

Governor Andy Beshear expressed deep concern for the missing and the families affected.
Mayor Craig Greenberg emphasized ongoing identification efforts by local authorities.
NTSB officials are analyzing flight recorders to determine the cause of the crash.

Author’s summary: A tragic UPS plane crash near Louisville claimed at least twelve lives, with several people still missing as officials investigate and recover the flight data recorders.

CBS News — 2025-11-06