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Deadly Amazon Cargo Plane Crash at Miami Airport

Monday, September 7, 2026
Part of: Deadly Amazon Cargo Plane Crash at Miami Airport (2 clusters · 06-09-2026 → 07-09-2026) →
Sources aljazeera.com 1bbc.co.uk 2dw.com 1france24.com 1thenationalnews.com 1
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The image shows a large cargo aircraft stopped across an airport roadway, with emergency vehicles and responders nearby, viewed from above. A second view shows the aircraft’s tail and fuselage near airport buildings, with police vehicles, flashing lights, traffic signals, and palm trees in the foreground; an overlaid caption reads “PLANE CRASH” and mentions an Amazon cargo plane accident.

Summary

An Amazon Prime Air cargo flight operated by 21 Air crashed while landing at Miami International Airport on September 6, 2026. The Boeing 767-300, reportedly Flight 7598, had departed San Juan, Puerto Rico, and overran the airport’s diagonal runway at roughly 2 p.m., crossing a roadway and striking vehicles near an Amazon warehouse and other businesses. The aircraft caught fire and came to rest on its belly, trapping the pilot and copilot and people in nearby vehicles. At least five people were killed and five injured, including three in critical condition, although authorities had not initially established whether the victims were aboard the plane or on the ground. More than 200 emergency personnel responded, while crews dealt with flames, rescues and a continuing fuel leak. The FAA temporarily halted airport operations, causing widespread delays and cancellations. The NTSB is investigating potential mechanical, operational, crew-performance and weather-related factors; no cause has been determined. Amazon, 21 Air and Boeing expressed condolences and pledged cooperation.

Key Points

  • The 32-year-old Boeing 767-300, operated by 21 Air for Amazon Prime Air, overran a Miami International Airport runway after flying from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and collided with vehicles on the ground.
  • At least five people died and five were injured, with three reported in critical condition; officials initially had not determined how many victims were on the aircraft versus in vehicles.
  • The crash caused a major fire, trapped occupants in the cockpit and cars, and left emergency crews managing rescues and a fuel leak with more than 200 responders deployed.
  • The FAA temporarily grounded flights at Miami International Airport, leading to cancellations, delays and significant passenger disruption during the busy Labor Day weekend.
  • The NTSB-led investigation will examine the landing, runway-excursion sequence, aircraft condition, crew actions and reported thunderstorms and gusting winds; the cause remains unknown.

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Moment Amazon plane crash lands in Miami | News | Al Jazeera

The article is a brief Al Jazeera video-news report about a fatal aviation accident in Miami. It presents footage showing an Amazon Prime plane as it overran a runway, failed to stop within the airport’s runway area, and crash-landed while skidding into a car park. The report states that at least five people were killed in the incident. The central focus is the recorded moment of the aircraft’s runway overrun and its subsequent movement into the airport car park. The wording emphasizes the visible sequence rather than providing a detailed investigation or broader account of the accident. It does not identify the aircraft model, the exact airport, the victims, or the circumstances that caused the plane to leave the runway. It also does not provide information about survivors, injuries beyond the reported fatalities, emergency services, damage to vehicles or airport facilities, or any official explanation. The item was published on 7 September 2026 and is framed as a news video intended to show viewers what happened. Its concise presentation communicates the seriousness of the crash through the description of the plane skidding into a car park and the report of at least five deaths. Because the supplied text contains only a headline, a short caption, and publication information, conclusions about the cause, responsibility, or full consequences of the accident cannot be drawn from this article alone. The available account establishes the location as Miami, identifies the aircraft as an Amazon Prime plane, and records the immediate outcome described by the publisher: a runway overrun, a crash landing, and multiple fatalities.
Entities: Amazon Prime, Amazon plane, Miami, Al Jazeera, AirportTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport - BBC News

An Amazon Air cargo plane crashed while attempting to land at Miami International Airport, killing five people and seriously injuring five others. The Boeing 767-300, operated by North Carolina-based charter company 21 Air, had departed from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It reportedly overshot Miami airport’s diagonal runway shortly before 14:00 local time and struck several vehicles on the ground before coming to rest near a parking lot serving an Amazon warehouse and other businesses. The aircraft caught fire, producing heavy flames and smoke. More than 200 firefighters responded, extinguished the blaze, and rescued people trapped inside or beneath vehicles. However, a fuel leak remained at the site. Three of the five injured people were in critical condition, while the others were hospitalized with injuries that had not yet been specified. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said rescue crews reached the crash site within seconds and emphasized that officials were focused on victims, their families, and the emergency response. Fire Chief Raied Jadallah said it was too early to determine the cause. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate and planned to hold a news conference. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered flights grounded as emergency crews worked at the airport. Many flights were subsequently canceled or delayed during the busy Labor Day travel weekend, leaving passengers frustrated and forcing some to stay overnight in Miami. Flight-tracking data indicated that the aircraft was traveling at 112 knots as it exited the usable runway. FlightRadar24 reported light thunderstorms and gusting winds at the time, but no cause had been established. Amazon expressed condolences and said it would cooperate fully with authorities. The BBC reported that it had contacted 21 Air but had not received a response.
Entities: Miami International Airport, Amazon Air cargo plane crash, Boeing 767-300, 21 Air, AmazonTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Probe begins into why cargo plane overran Miami runway - BBC News

Officials are investigating a deadly incident in which an Amazon cargo plane overran the runway after attempting to land at Miami International Airport on Sunday. The Boeing 767-300, operated by North Carolina-based charter company 21 Air, crossed a road beyond the runway and struck several vehicles near an Amazon warehouse and other businesses. Five people were killed and five others seriously injured, although authorities have not yet determined whether the victims were aboard the aircraft, on the ground, or both. Three of the injured were in critical condition, and some were trapped inside or beneath vehicles before being rescued by emergency crews. More than 200 firefighters responded after the aircraft burst into flames. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said rescue teams arrived within seconds, while Miami Fire Chief Raied Jadallah described the rescue operation. The cause remains unknown and is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board, which planned to hold a news conference. Investigators are expected to examine video of the landing, including whether the plane touched down within the proper runway zone and what occurred afterward. Flight-tracking data indicated that the aircraft was travelling at 112 knots as it left the usable runway. FlightRadar24 also reported light thunderstorms and gusting winds at the time. The Federal Aviation Administration temporarily grounded all flights at Miami International Airport, causing cancellations, delays and long queues during the busy Labor Day travel period. The airport is a major international gateway, particularly for Latin America and the Caribbean. Amazon and 21 Air expressed condolences and said they were cooperating with authorities. Witnesses described a black cloud, a strong unfamiliar smell, mangled vehicles, and a large emergency response. The aircraft had departed San Juan, Puerto Rico, before the crash.
Entities: Miami International Airport, Miami, Florida, Amazon, 21 Air, Boeing 767-300Tone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Several killed in Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami

An Amazon cargo aircraft operated by 21 Air crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday after overrunning the runway while landing at approximately 2 p.m. local time, or 18:00 GMT. The Boeing 767-300 had arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and struck vehicles before catching fire. Miami-Dade County officials said at least five people were killed, three were critically injured, and two others suffered less severe injuries. Authorities said it was not yet clear whether the fatalities were people aboard the aircraft or individuals in vehicles hit during the crash. The accident produced thick black smoke and trapped the pilot and copilot in the cockpit, along with some people in cars. The plane came to rest on its belly and remained largely intact despite the fire. Firefighters continued responding to a fuel leak several hours after the incident, while approximately 250 flights were delayed at the airport by late Sunday afternoon. The National Transportation Safety Board dispatched a team to investigate the runway excursion, while the Federal Aviation Administration reported the initial details of the accident. The aircraft was a 32-year-old Boeing 767 originally built as a passenger plane and converted for cargo use in 2015. Amazon expressed condolences to those affected and said it would cooperate with investigators. An eyewitness who operates an electronics store near the airport described seeing smoke rise near the airport fences after hearing the crash. The investigation is expected to determine why the aircraft overran the runway and whether any operational, mechanical, or environmental factors contributed to the accident.
Entities: Prime Air Flight 7598, Amazon, Miami International Airport, Miami, Florida, San Juan, Puerto RicoTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Five dead after Amazon cargo plane overshoots runway in Miami - France 24

France 24 reports that at least five people died after an Amazon Prime Air cargo flight overran a runway and crashed while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday. The incident is presented in a one-minute video report published on September 7, 2026, under the Americas section. The headline states that five people were killed, while the article text uses the more cautious formulation “at least five people,” indicating that the death toll may not yet be final. The available report identifies the aircraft as an Amazon cargo plane but does not provide its model, flight number, crew information, cargo details, or the identities of the victims. It also does not explain why the aircraft overshot the runway, describe weather or operational conditions, or provide information about the extent of the crash damage. No details are given about possible survivors, injuries beyond the reported fatalities, airport disruptions, emergency-response operations, or any investigation by aviation authorities. The report attributes the death toll to local officials. The associated keywords classify the incident as a plane crash in the United States. The source credits AFP, Reuters, and France 24. Based on the limited text available, the article’s primary function is to deliver a brief breaking-news account of a fatal aviation accident rather than provide a detailed investigation or analysis. Related links and site-navigation material appearing in the supplied content concern other Americas stories and are not part of this accident report.
Entities: Amazon Prime Air, Miami International Airport, Miami, United States, Amazon cargo planeTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Five dead as Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport | The National

An Amazon Prime Air cargo aircraft crashed while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday, September 6, 2026, killing at least five people and injuring five others. Prime Air Flight 7598, a Boeing 767-300 operated for Amazon by cargo carrier 21 Air, had departed San Juan, Puerto Rico. Shortly before 2 p.m. local time, the 32-year-old freighter ran off the airport’s diagonal runway while traveling at approximately 207 kilometers per hour and struck several vehicles on the ground. At least two people were trapped inside vehicles hit by the aircraft, while the pilot and co-pilot remained trapped in the wreckage. Miami-Dade Fire Chief Ray Jadallah said five people were injured, including three who were in critical condition. More than 60 rescue units and approximately 200 emergency personnel responded. Crews were also managing an active fuel leak from the aircraft several hours after the crash. The airport temporarily halted all flights, although two of its four runways had reopened by Sunday evening. Photographs showed the plane resting with its nose on the ground and its tail raised, with scorch marks visible along its right side. The aircraft had previously served as a passenger plane for several airlines before being converted into a freighter. The National Transportation Safety Board dispatched an investigative team led by chairwoman Jennifer Homendy. Boeing and 21 Air said they would support the investigation, while Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel said the company’s priority was the safety and care of everyone involved. 21 Air expressed condolences to the victims’ families. The crash is the latest fatal accident involving an aircraft operating for Amazon Prime Air. In February 2019, Atlas Air Flight 3591, another Boeing 767-300 freighter flying for Amazon, crashed into Trinity Bay, Texas, killing all three people aboard.
Entities: Amazon Prime Air, Prime Air Flight 7598, Boeing 767-300, 21 Air, Miami International AirportTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Up First briefing: Miami plane crash; Ukraine; Affirmative for Germany : NPR

NPR’s Up First briefing leads with three major stories. A cargo plane operated by Amazon Prime Air crashed while landing at Miami International Airport, killing five people and injuring five others. The aircraft overran the runway after departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and struck vehicles on the ground. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating, including possible mechanical problems, crew performance and weather conditions. Experts note that Miami’s long runways do not have an Engineered Materials Arresting System, making the incident unusual. The briefing also covers a diplomatic visit to Ukraine by Trump administration envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. They met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv after holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Although the meetings were described as substantive, they produced no breakthrough. Peace negotiations remain stalled, with Russia demanding that Ukraine give up territory and most Ukrainians opposing that condition. In Germany, the far-right Alternative for Germany party won a major victory in Saxony-Anhalt, narrowly missing an outright majority. The party may still need a coalition to govern, but its success has disrupted Germany’s political landscape. A governing role for the AfD would represent the first far-right regional government in Germany since the Nazi era. The party supports mass deportations, including of some Ukrainian refugees, and is classified as extremist by domestic intelligence in the state. The newsletter’s other features discuss menopausal dry-eye symptoms and treatments, the impact of bridges built by Rwanda’s Fika nonprofit, growing recognition for Muslim barbecue pitmasters in Texas, an alleged attack involving Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, and research into profound autism that could support future drug development.
Entities: Miami International Airport, Amazon Prime Air Flight 7598, National Transportation Safety Board, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Engineered Materials Arresting SystemTone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform