Amazon cargo plane crashes into vehicles after overrunning Miami airport runway
An Amazon Prime Air cargo flight overran a runway at Miami International Airport, striking multiple vehicles and triggering a full airport ground stop.
A major transportation emergency unfolded on Sunday, 6 September 2026, when an Amazon cargo plane overruns runway at Miami International Airport, hits several vehicles, officials say according to reporting from CBS News.
The aircraft involved was identified by the Federal Aviation Administration as a Boeing 767-300 operating as 21 Air Flight 7598. According to data from Newsweek and WAPT, the jet had departed from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, completing a flight of just over two hours before attempting to land on runway 30, which measures more than 9,000 feet in length. Air traffic control audio reviewed by CNN indicated that the pilots did not declare an emergency prior to the landing.
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Upon overshooting the runway, the cargo aircraft crossed the airport boundary and came to rest near the 2100 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue, coming down beside a roadway near two semi-trucks as captured in images reported by Kptv and Metro.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue dispatched more than 60 units to the scene. Firefighters immediately worked to extinguish the blaze and began assessing patients. Authorities confirmed there are multiple patients, though specific details regarding the exact number of injuries or the conditions of those affected have not yet been fully detailed by emergency services. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue confirmed to the Daily Mail that the plane struck multiple vehicles on Northwest 42nd Avenue.
The operational impact on aviation was immediate and severe. The Air Traffic Control System Command Center issued a ground stop at approximately 2:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, 6 September 2026, affecting domestic flights across the United States. Miami-Dade Aviation confirmed that all runways and taxiways were closed by 3:00 p.m. ET.
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy posted a statement on X, writing:
"We’ve issued a full ground stop at Miami International while first responders assess the scene after an Amazon cargo plane overruns the runway. If you’re traveling through the area, please expect significant delays and potential cancellations."
Sean Duffy, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary, via CBS News
Flight disruption tracking platforms like FlightAware noted that approximately 250 flights were delayed by late Sunday afternoon.
Corporate and local government leaders responded swiftly to the unfolding crisis. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava stated on social media that her office was closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing that the primary focus remained on supporting the victims and ensuring emergency crews had access to necessary resources. Kelly Nantel, a spokesperson for Amazon, released a statement regarding the incident:
"We can confirm that an Amazon Air plane operated by 21 Air experienced an incident while attempting to land at Miami International Airport today. This is a fast-moving situation and we're still gathering details. We're working closely with local authorities and officials to understand exactly what happened. Right now, our absolute priority is the safety, well-being, and care of everyone involved. We're doing everything we can to support those affected."
Kelly Nantel, Amazon Spokesperson, via CBS News
Regulatory oversight and investigations into the cause of the overrun are already underway. The Federal Aviation Administration announced it will lead a formal investigation into 21 Air Flight 7598, deploying inspectors to the site. Additionally, the National Transportation Safety Board confirmed it is actively gathering information regarding the crash.
| Agency / Official | Action Taken | Timing / Status |
|---|---|---|
| FAA / ATCSSC | Issued full ground stop for Miami International Airport | Initiated ~2:30 p.m. ET, Sunday, 6 September 2026; extended through afternoon |
| Miami-Dade Aviation | Closed all airport runways and taxiways | Effective ~3:00 p.m. ET, Sunday, 6 September 2026 |
| Miami-Dade Fire Rescue | Dispatched over 60 units to extinguish aircraft fire and assess multiple patients | Active response on Northwest 42nd Avenue |
| FlightAware | Tracked nationwide cascading delays | Approx. 250 flights delayed by late Sunday afternoon |
