Full Breakdown
Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway at Miami International Airport
9/7/2026, 12:18:39 AM
Core Incident
On Sunday afternoon, a Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft operated by 21 Air for Amazon Prime Air overran the diagonal runway at Miami International Airport while attempting to land. Flight 7598, departing from San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín Airport, came to rest near the northwest end of the airfield, striking vehicles and igniting a fire that produced thick black smoke. Emergency responders reported “multiple patients” and a large-scale firefighting effort. All runways and taxiways were closed, and a full ground stop was imposed while first responders assessed the scene.
Background & Context
Amazon’s Prime Air contracts third-party operators such as 21 Air to transport cargo on dedicated freighters. The Miami International Airport is a major hub for cargo and passenger traffic linking the southeastern United States with Latin America, making runway closures disruptive.
Data & Statistics
- Aircraft: Boeing 767-300 cargo freighter
- Operator: 21 Air, flying for Amazon Prime Air
- Flight number: 7598
- Origin: Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Time of overrun: around 2 p.m. ET
- Emergency response: more than 60 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units
- Reported injuries: “multiple patients” (no confirmed fatalities)
Official Statements & Responses
Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel confirmed the incident and said the company’s priority is safety while it works with authorities. The FAA announced an investigation and dispatched investigators. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered a full ground stop and warned travelers of significant delays. The NTSB indicated it is gathering information as part of its standard investigative process. Miami International Airport officials advised passengers to check with airlines for updated flight status.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We can confirm that an Amazon Air plane operated by 21 Air experienced an incident while attempting to land at Miami International Airport today,” — Kelly Nantel
- “Units arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing,” — MDFR
- “If you're traveling through the area, please expect significant delays and potential cancellations,” — Sean Duffy
Impact on Airport Operations
The ground stop halted all arrivals and departures, affecting roughly 250 scheduled flights by late afternoon. The FAA warned that delays would likely continue even after the airport reopened, with reduced arrival and departure rates. Travelers were instructed to verify flight status directly with airlines.
Ongoing Investigation
Both the FAA and the NTSB have opened investigations. The FAA’s initial focus is on runway performance and aircraft handling during landing, while the NTSB will conduct a full safety investigation to determine any mechanical or operational factors. Updates are expected as investigators collect data from the aircraft, runway sensors, and witness statements.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All sources consistently report the overrun, the involvement of more than 60 emergency units, and the presence of multiple patients. However, no definitive information on injury severity or the exact cause of the runway excursion has been released, leaving a gap that future investigation reports will need to fill.
