At least nine people killed after UPS cargo plane crashes in Kentucky

Others were injured when the plane exploded during takeoff near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.

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Earlier, Andy Beshear said the plane's three crew members were likely to be among the dead after the freight plane exploded as it departed Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport at around 17:15 local time (22:15 GMT).

At least 11 other people were injured when the plane crashed, sending thick plumes of black smoke into the sky.

Officials warned that people suffered "very significant" injuries in the incident and the death toll could rise.

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said on Wednesday that the airport had reopened its runway so that flights were able to resume.