Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount

Federal investigators have released photos of an engine flying off a doomed UPS cargo plane that crashed after an engine flew off, killing14 people in Kentucky two weeks ago.

The initial investigation into the UPS plane crash shows similarities to a much-deadlier 1979 crash

NTSB investigators "found evidence of fatigue cracks in addition to areas of overstress failure."
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UPS plane that crashed in Louisville showed 'fatigue cracks' and 'overstress failure,' NTSB finds

According to the initial investigation, the plane cleared the fence at the end of the runway, but its landing gear hit the roof of a UPS warehouse off Grade Lane

Fiery UPS plane crash could spell the end for MD-11 fleet if the repairs prove too costly

The fiery crash of a UPS plane shortly after its left engine flew off its wing and sparked a massive fire during takeoff could spell the end of the airliner involved

Before Fatal UPS Plane Crash, Engine Brace Had Cracked, Safety Agency Says

The cargo plane was taking off from Louisville earlier this month when it crashed moments after becoming airborne, killing the three crew members and 11 people on the ground.

Federal investigators release more on UPS plane crash involving ABQ pilot

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