FBI Assists in UPS Jet Crash Investigation
Evidence response teams from the FBI headquarters and multiple field offices are actively working in Louisville to support the investigation of a UPS cargo plane crash at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
Crash Details
The crash involved an MD-11F jet that went down during its takeoff roll in the late afternoon of November 6, 2025. Investigators reported that the jet's left engine detached from the wing and was later found on the airport grounds between the parallel runways.
FBI Involvement
FBI agents in Louisville are assisting National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigators by recovering debris not only from the airport grounds but also from nearby homes and businesses. Bomb technicians from the FBI are on site to ensure the area’s safety.
Casualties and Response
At a briefing, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg confirmed that nine people remain missing, and twelve have been confirmed dead following the fiery crash. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office will release the victims' names.
"Nine people remain missing. Twelve people have been confirmed dead following the fiery crash." — Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg
The FBI's coordinated efforts aim to assist in piecing together the cause of the crash while maintaining safety around the crash site.
Summary: The FBI is actively aiding NTSB investigators in Louisville, recovering debris and ensuring safety after a UPS MD-11F cargo jet crashed on takeoff, leaving 12 dead and 9 missing.