A horrifying air disaster unfolded in Kentucky after a UPS cargo jet's engine was seen separating from the aircraft just moments before it erupted into a fireball, claiming 14 lives.
Preliminary Findings from the NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary report on Thursday, detailing the catastrophic chain of events that occurred on November 4.
The investigation confirms the engine detached from the aircraft, with terrifying images included in the report showing the plane preparing for takeoff as a giant fire broke out.
Devastating Human Cost
The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of three crew members on board the aircraft and eleven people on the ground.
This brings the total number of fatalities to fourteen, marking a profound loss for the local community and the aviation industry.
As this is a breaking news story, further updates from the NTSB's ongoing investigation are expected to follow.
