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UPS Cargo Plane Crashes After Takeoff From Louisville, Killing Three

Closure of Louisville’s cargo hub risks near-term delays for UPS networks, Amazon shipments, plus postal deliveries.

Overview

  • Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear reported at least three dead and 11 injured following the crash.
  • The aircraft went down shortly after departing Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport around 5:15 p.m. local time.
  • UPS said the cargo jet was departing for Hawaii, and reports indicated three crew members were on board.
  • The airport was closed as emergency crews battled a large fire with thick black smoke at the site.
  • Local television video captured a huge fireball at impact, Reuters reported, and officials began initial on-site operations.