Amazon Suspends Work with Cargo Carrier After Fatal Plane Crash

Amazon has suspended work with cargo carrier 21 Air after a fatal plane crash in Miami. The incident occurred on September 6, when a Boeing 767-300 operated by 21 Air overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and hit several vehicles, killing five people.

The victims were identified as Rolando Aleman Leon, 55; Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo, 53; Julio C Pineda, 75; Carlos Acosta Fajardo, 53; and Javierkys Reyes Quevedo, 47. Five others were injured in the crash.

Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel said that safety has always been a top priority for the company, whether in its own operations or when working with partners. The firm will continue to support the investigation into the incident and those affected by it.