In brief
A UPS plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, bound for Honolulu. The incident occurred around 5:15 p.m., leading to a massive fire and smoke visible from afar. The Louisville Metro Police and Emergency Services have responded, implementing a shelter-in-place order for areas north of the airport. Governor Andy Beshear has urged the public to keep the pilots and crew in their thoughts as investigations continue.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A UPS cargo plane crashed just after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, leading to a significant fire and prompting swift action from emergency responders. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11 manufactured in 1991, was en route to Honolulu when it crashed around 5:15 p.m., producing a large plume of smoke and flames visible from nearby areas.According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), injuries have been reported, although details on the extent of the injuries have yet to be clarified. Social media footage captured a large trail of flames and substantial smoke as fire crews worked to extinguish the fire.The Louisville Metro Police Department has asked the local populace to avoid the area while first responders handle the situation, emphasizing the need for safety in the affected zones. In response to the incident, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear reached out to the public through social media, urging them to pray for the pilots, crew, and others impacted by this unfortunate event. A shelter-in-place order has been enacted for those living north of the airport extending to the Ohio River, demonstrating the authorities' caution amidst the chaotic scene.As investigations into the cause of the crash commence, officials are expected to release further information in the coming hours.
