An Amazon Prime Air cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, September 6, 2026, striking multiple vehicles and catching fire in an incident that caused major disruption at one of the busiest airports in the United States.
The aircraft, identified as 21 Air Flight 7598, was a Boeing 767-300 cargo plane operating for Amazon. It had departed from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and was landing at Miami when it went beyond the runway at around 2 p.m. local time.
After leaving the runway, the aircraft struck multiple vehicles and caught fire. Thick black smoke could be seen rising from the crash site as emergency crews rushed to the scene.
More than 60 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units responded to the incident. Firefighters worked to extinguish the flames while emergency personnel assessed people at the scene. Local fire officials reported multiple patients, although authorities had not initially released a confirmed number of injuries or fatalities.
What Happened at Miami International Airport?
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, 21 Air Flight 7598 overran the runway after landing at Miami International Airport at approximately 2 p.m. on Sunday.
The aircraft had traveled from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Miami. Miami International Airport said the plane overran its diagonal runway and became disabled at the northwest end of the airport.
Air traffic control recordings indicated that the aircraft went beyond the runway and crossed a perimeter road. Officials later confirmed that multiple vehicles were struck during the incident.
The aircraft eventually came to rest near a roadway outside the main runway area.
Images from the scene showed the Amazon-branded aircraft surrounded by emergency vehicles with heavy smoke and flames coming from the plane. Despite the fire, the aircraft appeared to remain largely intact.
Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway After Landing
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 767-300 freighter operated by 21 Air for Amazon Prime Air.
The distinction is important because Amazon’s logo was clearly visible on the aircraft, but the plane itself was operated by 21 Air, a cargo carrier that flies services for Amazon.
Flight-tracking information shows that 21 Air Flight 7598 departed San Juan at approximately 11:42 a.m. local time and arrived in Miami at about 1:53 p.m. Eastern Time. The aircraft was identified as a Boeing 767-300 freighter.
The flight had been scheduled to travel from Puerto Rico to Miami as part of Amazon’s air cargo network.
Multiple Vehicles Hit as Plane Leaves Runway
The incident became more serious when the aircraft continued beyond the runway and struck multiple vehicles.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue confirmed that several vehicles were hit near the 2100 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue. The aircraft then caught fire, producing large flames and thick smoke.
Emergency crews immediately moved into the area to fight the fire and assess anyone who may have been injured.
The proximity of roads and vehicles to the airport’s perimeter added another layer to the emergency response.
Videos and photographs from the scene showed the aircraft sitting beyond the runway area, with its tail visible above the airport perimeter and emergency vehicles surrounding the crash site.
More Than 60 Emergency Units Respond
The crash triggered a large-scale emergency response.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue deployed more than 60 units to the scene. Firefighters were tasked with extinguishing the aircraft fire while medical personnel assessed patients.
The response involved airport authorities, firefighters, emergency medical personnel and federal aviation officials.
Officials treated the scene as an active emergency while crews worked to secure the aircraft and surrounding area.
The large emergency response was also necessary because the aircraft had left the airport’s runway area and struck vehicles outside the immediate runway surface.
Were There Any Injuries or Fatalities?
At the time of the latest confirmed reports, authorities had not released a definitive number of injuries or deaths.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said there were multiple patients at the scene, but further details about their conditions were not immediately available.
Unconfirmed claims about casualties began circulating online after videos and photographs of the incident appeared on social media.
Those claims should be treated cautiously until confirmed by officials.
For now, the confirmed information is that emergency crews were assessing multiple patients following the crash.
Miami Airport Operations Disrupted
The incident caused significant disruption at Miami International Airport.
All runways and taxiways were temporarily closed following the crash, while the FAA issued a ground stop as emergency crews responded to the scene.
The disruption affected arriving and departing flights at the airport.
According to the Associated Press, around 250 flights were delayed during the initial disruption. The FAA warned that delays could continue even after airport operations began to resume at a reduced rate.
The airport is a major hub for flights across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean, meaning the disruption had the potential to affect passengers beyond Miami.
Travelers were advised to check with their airlines for updated flight information.
What Caused the Amazon Cargo Plane Crash?
The cause of the runway overrun remains unknown.
The FAA said it would investigate the incident, while the National Transportation Safety Board said it was gathering information about the crash.
Investigators are expected to examine the aircraft, flight data, runway conditions, weather, communications with air traffic control and other factors that could explain why the Boeing 767 failed to stop within the runway area.
At this point, there is no confirmed evidence that pilot error, mechanical failure, weather or another specific factor caused the incident.
It is therefore too early to draw conclusions about what led to the runway overrun.
Amazon Responds to the Incident
Amazon said that the safety and well-being of everyone involved was its top priority.
The company also said it was working with local authorities and officials as investigators began examining what happened.
Because the aircraft was operated by 21 Air, investigators will also examine the airline’s operation of the flight as part of the broader investigation.
Further details about the crew, cargo and circumstances surrounding the landing are expected to emerge as officials release more information.
FAA and NTSB Investigation Underway
Federal investigators are now working to determine exactly what happened during the landing.
The FAA has confirmed that an investigation is underway, while the NTSB is gathering information about the incident.
Investigators will likely examine the aircraft’s flight data and cockpit voice recorder if they are recovered, along with the condition of the runway and aircraft systems.
They will also examine the area beyond the runway to understand how the aircraft left the airport grounds and struck vehicles.
The investigation could take considerable time, and the initial findings may change as investigators gather additional evidence.
What We Know So Far
The confirmed details show that 21 Air Flight 7598, a Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft operating for Amazon Prime Air, overran a runway at Miami International Airport after arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
The plane continued beyond the runway, struck multiple vehicles and caught fire.
More than 60 Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units responded, and officials reported multiple patients at the scene. However, a confirmed death toll had not been released in the latest reports.
The crash also caused widespread disruption at Miami International Airport, with runways and taxiways temporarily closed and hundreds of flights delayed.
The cause of the runway overrun remains under investigation.
As the FAA and NTSB continue gathering evidence, more information about the aircraft, crew, injuries and circumstances surrounding the incident is expected to become available.
This remains a developing story and will be updated as authorities release additional confirmed information.
FAQ
What happened to the Amazon cargo plane in Miami?
An Amazon Prime Air cargo plane operated by 21 Air overran a runway at Miami International Airport after arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico. The aircraft struck multiple vehicles and caught fire.
What type of aircraft was involved?
The aircraft was a Boeing 767-300 freighter operated by 21 Air for Amazon Prime Air.
Where was the plane flying from?
The aircraft was flying from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Miami International Airport.
Were people injured in the crash?
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue reported multiple patients following the incident. A confirmed number and the severity of the injuries had not been released in the latest reports.
Were there any deaths?
Authorities had not released a confirmed death toll in the latest available reports.
What caused the plane to overrun the runway?
The cause has not yet been determined. The FAA and NTSB are gathering information and investigating the incident.
Did Amazon operate the aircraft?
No. The aircraft was operated by 21 Air while flying for Amazon Prime Air.
Did the crash affect flights at Miami International Airport?
Yes. All runways and taxiways were temporarily closed, and the FAA issued a ground stop. Hundreds of flights were delayed as airport operations were disrupted.
Who is investigating the incident?
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating, while the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is also gathering information.
Is the investigation still ongoing?
Yes. Investigators are working to determine why the aircraft overran the runway and what factors contributed to the incident.
This article is based on information available from authorities and reliable reports on September 6, 2026. Details may change as the investigation continues.
