A cargo plane operated by Amazon's Prime Air overshot the runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, leading to a deadly crash. The Boeing 767-300, identified as Prime Air Flight 7598, arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and landed shortly before 2 p.M. Local time. The plane went beyond the runway and collided with several vehicles, including a work van and an SUV.
Five people were killed in the crash, and five others were injured. Officials confirmed that the victims included those inside the van, which was carrying seven people from a cleaning company, and individuals in the SUV. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident to determine the cause of the runway overrun.
Eyewitnesses and video footage showed the pilot managing to escape the burning plane moments after the crash. The incident has caused significant delays and cancellations at the airport. Investigators are examining whether mechanical failure, weather conditions, or human error contributed to the accident.
The crash has raised concerns about safety protocols for cargo flights and the potential risks associated with runway operations. Authorities are working to provide more details on the cause of the accident in the coming days.
