Wife of Pilot Killed in 2025 UPS Crash Files Lawsuit Against Manufacturers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The wife of a pilot who died in a 2025 UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville has filed a lawsuit against Boeing and General Electric, among others.
On Nov. 4, 2025, Flight 2976 crashed shortly after takeoff from the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, resulting in 25 fatalities, including three crew members and 12 individuals on the ground, according to authorities.
Dana Justin Diamond, who served as an international relief officer and had over 37 years with UPS, was at the controls during the ill-fated flight bound for Honolulu. The lawsuit indicates that the aircraft's left engine and pylon separated from the wing just seconds after takeoff, followed by a fire and the subsequent crash in an industrial area.
“An engine separating from a wing seconds after takeoff is not an accident,” said Mark Lanier, the lead attorney on the case.
According to flight data, the aircraft failed to gain over 100 feet in altitude within 37 seconds before crashing into warehouses. The lawsuit alleges wrongful death, negligence, and loss of consortium, seeking a trial by jury against the manufacturers involved.
The suit names Boeing Co., General Electric Co., and VT San Antonio Aerospace as defendants. Sam E. Taylor, senior litigation counsel, highlighted Diamond's dedication to pilot safety and his community.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident.