rewrite this content using a minimum of 1000 words and keep HTML tags
A cargo jet operated by UPS has crashed near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky. Local outlet WDRB reported that UPS Flight 2976 caught fire and crashed shortly after takeoff around 5:15 p.m. local time. Video shows the aircraft’s left engine engulfed in flames upon takeoff, with it crashing shortly after.
“The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 was headed to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu,” the FAA said in a statement to WHAS11. “The FAA and NTSB will investigate.”
More video shows a fiery explosion at the scene:
NEW: Large explosions after UPS Flight 2976 crashes near Louisville International Airport in Kentucky pic.twitter.com/qQ2bSug3tz
— BNO News (@BNONews) November 4, 2025
A shelter-in-place order was issued around 5:30 p.m. for everything within a five-mile radius of the airport. Thus far, there is no word on any potential casualties, although local police did announce reports of injuries. UPS confirmed in a statement that the jet was carrying three crew members upon takeoff.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear shared initial information about the crash:
Kentucky, we are aware of a reported plane crash near Louisville International Airport. First responders are onsite, and we will share more information as available. Please pray for the pilots, crew and everyone affected. We will share more soon.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) November 4, 2025
The situation is serious. Please pray for the families affected. I’m headed to Louisville now.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) November 4, 2025
This is a breaking news story.
and include conclusion section and FAQs section at the end. do not include the title. Add a hyperlink to this website http://defi-daily.com and label it “DeFi Daily News” for more trending news articles like this
Source link
