I don’t currently have live access to the latest investigative details, but I can summarize what has been reported about UPS Flight 2976 and the fuel load from reputable outlets up to now. Direct answer
- The UPS cargo MD-11 freighter that crashed near Louisville, Kentucky, was reported to have carried a substantial amount of fuel, with figures circulating that it held around 144,000 liters (about 38,000 gallons) of fuel for the flight.
Context and notes
- The flight was en route to Honolulu, Hawaii, when the accident occurred shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. The crash was followed by a large fire and extensive damage to nearby structures. Multiple outlets indicated the presence of a very large quantity of jet fuel, which likely contributed to the intensity and spread of the fire. Official confirmations regarding the exact fuel load have varied in initial reporting, but the figure around 144,000 liters has been repeatedly cited in early accounts. For the most precise and updated figure, referring to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) or other official investigation briefs will provide the definitive number as the investigation concludes.
