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 12 people died and over a dozen others were injured when a UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday, officials reported.

Ongoing Investigation and Recovery Efforts

The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the crash and announced on Wednesday afternoon that they have recovered the black boxes containing the plane’s flight data.

Rising Death Toll and Missing Persons

The death toll increased multiple times throughout Wednesday. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg warned the number was expected to climb as 14 people were still reported missing by Wednesday night.

"There are a handful of other people that we're still searching for," Beshear stated in a Wednesday news briefing.

"We do not expect to find anyone else alive," he added.

Victims and Emergency Declaration

The aircraft carried three UPS crew members, but as of Wednesday, officials had not confirmed if they were among the deceased. Beshear mentioned that it is believed one of the victims was a young child.

None of the victims have been identified yet. Mayor Greenberg noted that the Jefferson County Coroner has been on site to conduct identifications.

Following the crash, Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency on Wednesday.

Summary

The UPS plane crash near Louisville has resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries, with investigations underway and recovery efforts continuing amid hopes that no survivors remain.

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CBS News — 2025-11-06