An Amazon cargo plane overran the runway at Miami International Airport and caught fire, killing 5 people and seriously injuring 5 others. The aircraft was a Boeing 767-300 operated by 21 Air. Following the accident, the FAA has ordered all flights at Miami Airport to be suspended.
An Amazon Air cargo plane overran the runway and caught fire while landing at Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida, on the 6th. 5 people were killed and 5 seriously injured. Rescue teams arrived at the scene, where firefighting operations continued.
The aircraft was operated by 21 Air, based in North Carolina, and had taken off from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan. At the time of the accident, it reportedly came to a stop at the northwestern end of the airport and collided with ground vehicles.
In response to the accident, the FAA ordered all flights at Miami Airport to be suspended, and the NTSB indicated that it would investigate to determine the cause. Authorities continue to assess the conditions at the scene, the rescue of those injured and whether there was any fuel leakage.
An Amazon spokesperson said that, following the incident, the company was working with local authorities to establish the details and would fully cooperate with the investigation. The BBC continues to seek comment from 21 Air, but has not received a response as of now.
According to flight-tracking data, the aircraft was attempting to leave the runway at a speed of approximately 207 kilometers per hour. The incident reportedly occurred during a period of thunderstorms and strong gusts.
Miami Airport is one of the leading passenger and cargo hubs in the United States, and the accident is having a significant impact on its operations. The BBC is also publishing an English-language article on the incident.