Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport and hits several vehicles
FAA confirms crash and airport operations brought to a halt as videos show heavy plumes of smoke surrounding aircraft
TL;DR
- An Amazon cargo plane crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday afternoon.
- The Boeing 767, flying for Amazon Prime Air and operated by 21 Air, overran the runway after landing.
- The crash resulted in the plane striking several vehicles and erupting in flames.
- Airport operations were brought to a halt, with all runways and taxiways closed.
- An air and ground stop was issued, causing significant delays and potential cancellations.
- Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and other emergency units responded to the scene.
- The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) confirmed the incident and announced an investigation.
- Amazon stated that their priority is the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
- Street closures were implemented around the airport due to the crash.