Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes at Miami Airport, Killing Five
An Amazon cargo plane operated by 21 Air crashed after overrunning a runway at Miami International Airport, killing five and injuring five others.
•The crash set off a huge emergency at one of the country's busiest airports. Flames and heavy smoke were visible from the plane as emergency crews approached the wreckage. The plane struck a number of vehicles, trapping several people inside, while the pilots were also stuck in the cockpit and had to be rescued.
•Miami-Dade County officials said five people were killed and five injured. Three of the injured were said to be in critical condition, while the other two had less serious injuries. It was not immediately clear if those killed were aboard the aircraft or on the ground, authorities said.
By John Carter·Sep 7, 2026
