An Amazon cargo plane crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday afternoon. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that Prime Air Flight 7598 overran the runway while landing. The flight had departed from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Local fire officials reported multiple patients involved in the crash, though details about fatalities are still unclear. Video footage shared on social media shows the Boeing 767, branded with Amazon Prime Air, off the runway with its tail over the fence and thick smoke billowing from the site.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded with over 60 units at the active scene, working to extinguish the fire. The FAA confirmed their investigation into the incident.
In a statement, the Miami-Dade Aviation Department noted that the plane overran the diagonal runway and ended up disabled at the northwest end of the airport. Due to the crash, Miami International Airport closed all runways and taxiways from 3:00 p.m. ET.
The FAA implemented a ground stop until 3:00 p.m., later extending it to 5:30 p.m. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy explained the stoppage was necessary for first responders to evaluate the situation. He also cautioned travelers about potential significant delays and cancellations.
According to Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel, the plane was operated by the contract cargo carrier 21 Air. Nantel assured that Amazon is working closely with authorities to understand the incident, emphasizing the company’s priority on the safety and support of those affected.
This article provides updates on the developing story.