A cargo plane operated by Amazon Air overran a runway at Miami International Airport, crashing into vehicles and catching fire. At least five people were killed in the incident, with five others injured and hospitalized. The Boeing 767-300, flying as Flight 7598, had arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico, before the crash occurred around 2 p.M. Local time on Sunday.
Emergency crews arrived quickly, with firefighters seen climbing into the burning aircraft to rescue trapped pilots. Officials confirmed that the plane struck multiple vehicles on a perimeter road, leading to the fire. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause of the crash.
Miami-Dade County fire chief Ray Jadallah reported that three additional people were taken to trauma centers. The crash has raised concerns about safety protocols during cargo plane landings. Authorities are still assessing the full extent of the damage and the number of people affected.
The incident highlights the risks associated with air cargo operations and has prompted calls for further safety reviews.
