A Nov. 4, 2025, UPS plane crash at Louisville airport killed 15, injured 23, with engine failure blamed; investigation ongoing.

Body camera and aerial footage from Louisville Metro Police show the aftermath of a Nov. 4, 2025, UPS MD-11 crash at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, where the plane caught fire during takeoff, lost its left engine, and crashed, killing 15 people and injuring 23. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report cites engine detachment due to structural failure as the likely cause. Emergency crews responded quickly, with officials declaring a state of emergency. The crash site remains under investigation, and cleanup continues.