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UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges

December 4, 2025

A lawyer has filed wrongful death lawsuits following a fatal UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky, alleging that the company prioritized profits over safety by continuing to operate older aircraft with inadequate maintenance. The crash, which occurred during takeoff, resulted in the detachment of the left engine, and subsequent investigations revealed cracks at the engine's attachment point.

UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges

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The UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky resulted in 14 fatalities.
The lawsuits claim UPS prioritized profits over safety by flying older planes without sufficient maintenance.
The left engine detached during takeoff, leading to the crash.
Cracks were found where the engine was attached to the wing.
General Electric, the engine manufacturer, is also named in the lawsuits.

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UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges

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