UPS cargo plane crashes on takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, airport, igniting huge fire

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UPS cargo plane crashes on takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, airport, igniting huge fire
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Officials say a large UPS cargo plane crashed on takeoff from the airport in Louisville, Kentucky, igniting a huge fire on ground.

A fireball erupts near airport property after reports of a plane crash at Louisville International Airport, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. A plume of smoke wafts over airport property after reports of a plane crash at Louisville International Airport, Tuesday, Nov.

4, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. This photo provided by Brad Harvey shows thick, black smoke rising after reports of a plane crash near Louisville International Airport, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. A fireball erupts near airport property after reports of a plane crash at Louisville International Airport, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. – A large UPS cargo plane crashed on takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, igniting a huge fire on the ground, officials said Tuesday. The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane crashed at about 5:15 p.m. It was taking off for Honolulu. The FAA said the plane was scheduled to fly to Honolulu after it took off from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.Police had responded to reports of a plane crash near Louisville International Airport.Photos on social media showed a large plume of black smoke rising into the sky. Louisville’s police department said on X that there was a fire and debris, and it asked people to stay away. Louisville Metro Emergency Services said the shelter-in-place order has been extended to all areas north of the airport to the Ohio River. Television station video showed a large trail of flames and a plume of smoke leading from a parking lot as fire trucks tried to douse the fire.Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said in a post on X that he is aware of the reports. “First responders are onsite, and we will share more information as available,” he said. “Please pray for the pilots, crew and everyone affected. We will share more soon.” Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Arrest warrant issued for Bell High player who struck Fernandina Beach player with helmetFamily shares safety warning after minibike crash lands man in hospital with serious injuriesClay County couple makes last-minute bid to save Marineland dolphin parkWeekend warm up before we're back to sweater weather early next weekJSO investigating deadly shooting in Mandarin areaLocals say SNAP funding disruption hampered ability to pay bills, partial funding not enoughKids Free November returns with family fun, districts across JacksonvilleRichard's Swing Makeover Pt. 6: Staining & sealing the slatsFurloughed federal worker steps in to help clean up neglected Northwest Jacksonville cemeteryJaguars fans buzzing over nail-biting overtime victory in Las VegasJAXBest 2025: Chenile’s Kitchen captures Best Taco titleMust watch: News4JAX reporter Caleb Yauger learns how to line danceHundreds fed at Jerome Brown BBQ for government shutdown reliefFlorida and Georgia fans talk about what makes the rivalry specialTeagan Rebane said 🗣️ ‘I’ll take that!’ — Pick 6 to the crib 🐝Jaden Weatherly with a 💣to Naeem Burroughs for the score!!Luke Toland knows Camden Tietze is down there for 6️⃣⬆️⬇️Perfect pass. Clean catch. Golden touchdown. 🦅 Eric Gentry drops a dime to Gavin Boysen 🎯Blink and you’ll miss him 👀 Speed kills 😤 Alexander Lee turns the corner and he’s GONE! 🦁Blink and you’ll miss him 👀 Speed kills 😤 Alexander Lee turns the corner and he’s GONE! 🦁Donato's chips in to help those struggling with food insecurity as shutdown nears one-month markLocal barbeque joint lends helping hand to community affected by potential SNAP cutsLatest: Man involved in deadly stabbing at Anheuser-Busch plant hid after committing violent actHalloween Forecast: Cooler temps call for costume layers tonightRichard's Swing Makeover Pt. 5: Time to rinse the grunge off now that rust is gone

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