Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway at Miami International Airport
An Amazon cargo plane experienced a critical incident at Miami International Airport on September 6, 2026. The Boeing 767 cargo plane, operated by Prime Air and flight number 7598, overran the northwest end of the airport's diagonal runway.
The Federal Aviation Administration reported that the plane went off the runway around 2 p.m. local time. Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz confirmed that five people were killed in the incident, while five others were injured and hospitalized, with three of them in critical condition.
A spokesperson for Amazon released a statement saying they're 'still gathering details' about the incident and are working closely with local authorities. A ground stop was issued at Miami International Airport, causing significant delays and potential cancellations for travelers.