MIAMI, Fla. — September 6, 2026
At least five people were killed and five others were hospitalized Sunday after an Amazon Air cargo jet overran a runway while landing at Miami International Airport, struck multiple vehicles and caught fire, according to local officials and national news reports.
The aircraft was a Boeing 767-300 operated by 21 Air on behalf of Amazon Air. Flight 7598 had arrived from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, when it went beyond the runway at approximately 2 p.m. Eastern time.
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Deadly impact beyond the runway
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said the aircraft hit several vehicles after leaving the runway. More than 60 fire-rescue units responded as crews fought the fire, dealt with a fuel leak and worked to reach people trapped in the wreckage and damaged vehicles.
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Officials said at least five people died. Five others were taken to hospitals, including three patients listed in critical condition. Authorities had not immediately released the victims’ identities or provided a final accounting of whether they were aboard the aircraft or inside vehicles struck on the ground.
Airport operations severely disrupted
A full ground stop was issued at Miami International Airport while emergency crews secured the scene. The shutdown caused widespread delays and cancellations, affecting hundreds of travelers and flights moving through one of South Florida’s busiest transportation hubs.
Passengers traveling through Miami should check directly with their airline before leaving for the airport. Flight schedules may continue changing as investigators and recovery teams work near the runway.
Investigation underway
The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation, with the Federal Aviation Administration also involved. Investigators are expected to examine the aircraft, runway conditions, flight data, cockpit recordings, maintenance records and the actions taken during the landing.
No official cause had been announced as of Sunday evening. TalkLife News will not speculate about what led to the runway overrun while federal investigators are collecting evidence.
Amazon confirmed that one of its branded cargo aircraft, operated by 21 Air, was involved and said it was cooperating with authorities. The company expressed concern for everyone affected by the crash.
A tragedy felt beyond the airport
This disaster reaches beyond airline operations and shipping schedules. Families are now grieving, injured people are fighting to recover, and first responders faced a dangerous fire-and-rescue operation involving aviation fuel, wreckage and damaged vehicles.
TalkLife Media extends its condolences to the families and loved ones of those who died and stands with the injured, airport workers, emergency responders and the South Florida community.
This is a developing story. Fatality totals, injury conditions and operational details may change as authorities release verified information.
Sources
- Associated Press reporting, September 6, 2026
- Reuters reporting, September 6, 2026
- Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and airport officials
- Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board