On November 4, 2025, a UPS McDonnell Douglas MD-11F tragically crashed during takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky, resulting in the deaths of 15 individuals. The incident occurred when the plane's engine and pylon detached from the wing, causing a catastrophic fireball. Among the deceased were three crew members: Capt. Richard Wartenberg, First Officer Lee Truitt, and Capt. Dana Diamond, as well as 12 individuals on the ground, including a three-year-old girl named Kimberly Asa. The aircraft was carrying 38,000 gallons (approximately 144,000 liters) of fuel, which intensified the fire and destruction. Eyewitness footage captured the moment of the explosion, leaving a significant debris field. In the aftermath, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all MD-11s for several months as a precaution. Currently, the National Transportation Safety Board is conducting hearings in Washington to investigate the cause of this devastating crash, with aviation experts warning about the potential dangers posed by such large quantities of fuel.