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Twelve Skydivers and Pilot Lost in Missouri Crash
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- Jun 17, 2026
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- 82
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Summary
Twelve lives lost in a tragic skydiving plane crash near Butler, Missouri — including 11 jumpers and the pilot — as the NTSB launches a probe into why the Pacific Aerospace 750XL turned back before crashing and bursting into flames. Families witnessed the horror; a preliminary report is expected in 30 days, with a full investigation taking up to a year. The aircraft, registered to Tennessee-based SkyHi Aero, has a history with other skydiving outfits. Skydive Kansas City, which coordinated the flight, offers heartfelt condolences and full cooperation as the skydiving community mourns a devastating loss. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/99cdcb07e20f3e75