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Amazon cargo Boeing 767 overruns Miami runway, killing 5

Amazon cargo Boeing 767 overruns Miami runway, killing 5

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A 21 Air Boeing 767 flying for Amazon Prime Air overran a Miami International Airport runway on Sunday, struck vehicles, and caught fire, killing five people and injuring five.

On Sunday afternoon a Boeing 767-300 cargo jet operated by 21 Air for Amazon Prime Air overran a runway at Miami International Airport after a flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico, struck vehicles on the ground, and caught fire. Miami-Dade officials said five people were killed and five injured, three of them critically; it was not immediately clear whether the dead were on the plane or in vehicles. The pilot and copilot were trapped in the cockpit. The NTSB and FAA opened investigations, and the airport halted flights for about three hours.

Shared facts

An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday.

The overrun happened around 2 p.m. local time.

The flight had arrived from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The flight was 21 Air Flight 7598, also identified as Prime Air flight 7598.

The aircraft was a Boeing 767-300 cargo plane.

The plane was flying for Amazon Prime Air.

The flight was operated by 21 Air, a cargo carrier based in North Carolina.

The plane struck multiple vehicles on the ground.

The aircraft caught fire, with heavy flames and smoke.

At least five people were killed.

Five other people were injured.

Three of the injured were in critical condition and taken to a trauma center.

Two other injured people were taken to a local hospital.

Officials said a total of 10 people were involved.

Officials said it was too early to say whether those killed were aboard the plane or in vehicles.

The pilot and copilot were trapped in the cockpit.

People trapped in vehicles had to be extricated.

Crews extricated a person who was trapped under a vehicle.

The plane overran the airport's diagonal runway and was disabled at the northwest end.

The plane came to rest in a field next to the airport.

More than 60 fire units responded.

About 200 emergency personnel responded.

Firefighters used foam from specialized airport units on an engine-compartment fire.

Crews were still dealing with an active fuel leak hours later.

Hazardous-materials units shut down the aircraft's engine.

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said rescue crews arrived within seconds.

The airport closed runways and taxiways and issued a ground stop.

The National Transportation Safety Board sent a team to investigate.

The NTSB team is led by Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy.

The NTSB planned a news conference on Monday.

The Federal Aviation Administration said it will investigate.

Amazon said it was heartbroken that five people lost their lives.

Amazon said it would cooperate with any investigation.

Amazon said the 21 Air plane was attempting to land when the incident occurred.

The jet had been built as a passenger plane and later converted to carry cargo.

Flightradar24 said the 32-year-old 767 was converted to a cargo plane in 2015.

Boeing said the 767-300 was delivered as a passenger jet in 1994.

Boeing extended condolences to the families of those killed.

Boeing said it was supporting the NTSB investigation.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned travelers to expect significant delays and possible cancellations.

Thunderstorms and gusting winds were recorded in Miami at the time.

Flight-tracking data showed the plane was going about 128 to 129 mph as it left the runway.

Officials had not released the names of the dead and injured.

Officials said it was too early to know the cause.

Fire Chief Raied Jadallah described the crash as a very complex situation.

Disputed facts

Sources disagree on whether one runway or two of four runways reopened after the ground stop.

Sources disagree on how many flights were delayed, citing about 250 or nearly 325.

Associated Press

At least 5 dead after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport

Anthony Izaguirre

6 Sep 2026

Facts

The plane plowed across a road used by warehouse workers and other businesses around the airport.

The Prime Air plane came to rest beside a roadway near two semitrucks.

The aircraft appeared to be resting on its belly and was largely intact despite the fire.

FlightAware said more than 160 flights were canceled by late Sunday.

Orlando International Airport officials said some flights were diverted there.

Mary Schiavo said video showed the Amazon plane floating above the runway for an extended period without flaring.

Steve Arroyo said a 767 cargo aircraft would typically be staffed only by a pilot and copilot on domestic flights.

Arroyo said he wants to know whether the Amazon plane landed in the touchdown zone, and if not why it did not go around.

Last year a UPS plane crashed after losing its engine on the runway at Louisville's Muhammad Ali International Airport.

Schiavo said Miami airport is not equipped with arresting systems the FAA says are installed at more than 120 airports.

The landing zone is typically within the first 3,000 feet of a runway.

Arroyo asked whether the aircraft landed within the required touchdown zone.

Arroyo asked what happened if the aircraft did land in the touchdown zone.

Opinion

Schiavo said the plane did not touch down right away and lost critical runway length by floating.

Schiavo said the plane was still flying over the runway.

BBC News

Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport

Max Matza

7 Sep 2026

Facts

The crash came over Labor Day weekend, one of the busiest travel times of the year.

Mayor Cava said the injured were all taken to hospital with unknown injuries.

Cava said the focus is on the families, the injured, and the ongoing response.

FlightRadar24 said the plane came to rest near a parking lot serving an Amazon warehouse and other businesses.

The BBC emailed 21 Air about the incident but had not received a response.

Passengers told the BBC they were frustrated by the lack of information from officials.

There were long lines at airline counters as people tried to reschedule, with some saying they would stay in Miami an extra night.

Miami International Airport is located near downtown Miami and is one of the busiest airports in the country.

The airport's website says MIA is America's busiest airport for international freight and second busiest for international passengers.

The airport says about 60% of all international visitors to Florida arrive there.

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NBC News

Five dead after Amazon-branded cargo plane overruns runway at Miami airport, striking multiple vehicles

Marlene Lenthang, Jay Blackman, Juliette Arcodia

6 Sep 2026

Facts

Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz said the plane overran Runway 30.

A hotline has been set up for relatives of people who may have been involved.

FAA airspace notices said the delay was expected to continue through early Monday.

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Fox News

Amazon cargo plane overruns Miami airport runway and strikes 'multiple' vehicles; 5 dead, 5 injured

Bonny Chu

6 Sep 2026

Facts

Crews worked to locate and assess patients throughout the scene.

MDFR said it is now operating in a supportive role with units remaining on scene.

Amazon said this is a fast-moving situation and it is still gathering details.

Amazon said it is doing everything it can to support those affected.

County CAD records indicate the emergency call was received at about 1:55 p.m.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said first responders were assessing the scene.

Mayor Cava said the city is closely monitoring the situation.

Cava said the focus is on everyone involved and making sure first responders have what they need.

Cava said the city will provide updates as it learns more.

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CBS News

Amazon cargo plane crashes after overshooting Miami airport runway; at least 5 killed

Matthew Ablon

6 Sep 2026

Facts

MDFR said the plane hit several vehicles near the 2100 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said it also responded.

Amazon confirmed one of its planes was involved in the crash.

Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis urged residents and motorists to avoid 67th Avenue and 25th Street.

Officials said there was no ongoing threat to public safety.

The FAA command center issued the ground stop around 2:30 p.m. ET.

As of Sunday night the average delay for a flight into the airport was about six and a half hours.

Nantel said Amazon is doing everything it can to support those affected.

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The Guardian

At least five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport

Maya Yang

6 Sep 2026

Facts

Videos showed smoke surrounding an aircraft bearing the Amazon arrow logo on its tail.

The Guardian also said unconfirmed reports suggested casualties but details remained unclear.

Sean Duffy said responders would assess the scene after an Amazon cargo plane overran the runway.

The Miami-Dade sheriff's office said NW 67th Avenue between NW 25th Street and NW 36th Street is closed.

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ABC News

5 dead, 5 injured after Amazon cargo plane overruns runway at Miami International Airport

ABC News

6 Sep 2026

Facts

The FAA and Amazon confirmed the incident in separate statements.

The CEO of 21 Air said the company is devastated by the accident in Miami.

Winters said 21 Air is cooperating fully with the NTSB, FAA, and local authorities.

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