LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Frame by frame, six photos released by federal investigators depict the horrifying moments of UPS Flight 2976 as it transformed into a deadly fireball on a Kentucky airport runway. Beginning with an engine detaching from the cargo plane during takeoff, the sequence captures the ensuing chaos — fire erupting, followed by the engine igniting in flames and the plane ultimately catching fire while attempting to become airborne.
Moments later, the aircraft crashed in a massive explosion, claiming the lives of 14 individuals, including all three crew members, and leaving a path of destruction near Louisville’s airport. The released photos from airport surveillance were part of a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) detailing the Nov. 4 disaster, drawing parallels to the infamous Air France Concorde crash in 2000.
As investigations progress, the NTSB's preliminary findings have suggested evidence of cracks in the engine mount on the left wing of the plane. Further images in the report illustrate various pieces of the aircraft as investigators meticulously search for clues that could explain the catastrophic failure.
This incident not only underscores the risks associated with air travel but also emphasizes the need for continued scrutiny and improvement in aviation safety standards.
Moments later, the aircraft crashed in a massive explosion, claiming the lives of 14 individuals, including all three crew members, and leaving a path of destruction near Louisville’s airport. The released photos from airport surveillance were part of a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) detailing the Nov. 4 disaster, drawing parallels to the infamous Air France Concorde crash in 2000.
As investigations progress, the NTSB's preliminary findings have suggested evidence of cracks in the engine mount on the left wing of the plane. Further images in the report illustrate various pieces of the aircraft as investigators meticulously search for clues that could explain the catastrophic failure.
This incident not only underscores the risks associated with air travel but also emphasizes the need for continued scrutiny and improvement in aviation safety standards.
