Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes in Miami


A Boeing 767‑300 cargo aircraft, departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, tried to land in Miami but slid off the runway. The plane smashed into several vehicles on the road and burst into flames.


Around 60 firefighters rushed to the scene, while the airport shut down all runways and issued a full ground stop. The incident has put cargo aviation safety under the spotlight—especially as Amazon pushes forward with its Prime Air drone delivery plans.


Cargo aircraft after crash

  • Flight path: 767‑300 cargo plane inbound from San Juan, departs Miami International Airport.

  • Runway overrun: Plane failed to stop, crossed onto the roadside, hitting multiple vehicles.

  • Fire response: 60 Miami Dade Fire Rescue members responded, extinguishing flames on the aircraft.

  • AIRPORT status: All runways closed, full ground stop issued after the incident.

  • Impact: Multiple patients received treatment; several people injured.


The crash has raised questions about cargo aircraft safety protocols and the future of Amazon’s drone service. Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause and to revise procedures to ensure such incidents don’t recur.


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