Lede: NTSB Member Todd Inman provided an update on the investigation into a UPS cargo plane crash that occurred near Louisville, Kentucky, on September 14.
Authorities confirmed that the UPS Boeing 747 was approaching Louisville International Airport when it went down shortly before 3:15 a.m. The aircraft, carrying cargo, had departed from Canada.
Emergency response units from the Louisville Fire Department and local law enforcement arrived on the scene shortly after the crash. There were no reported injuries or fatalities among the crew, as all onboard managed to evacuate safely.
The crash site has been secured for investigation, with the NTSB leading the inquiry, supported by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Investigators are assessing the wreckage and gathering data from flight records to determine the cause of the incident.
According to officials, nearby roadways were temporarily closed to facilitate rescue operations and secure the area. No hazardous materials were reported at the crash site.
The NTSB plans to conduct a thorough investigation, with preliminary findings expected in the coming days. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.