Plane taking passengers up for skydiving crashes in Missouri killing 12, authorities say

A skydiving operation in Missouri ended in tragedy as a private plane crashed near Butler Memorial Airport, killing all 12 people aboard. State authorities reported the crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. Sunday, and responders described the scene as brutal. The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA teams were enroute to investigate. The aircraft, a Pacific Aerospace 750XL single‑engine turboprop, was built in 2010 and is commonly used for skydiving, cargo, and aerial work. The operator was Skydive Kansas City, according to authorities. Investigators will determine the cause while cataloging debris and witnesses.