An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 cargo plane operating as Flight 7598 from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, overran Runway 30 at Miami International Airport on Sunday, September 6, 2026, shortly before 2 p.m. local time.
The aircraft collided with multiple vehicles near the northwest end of the airport, causing a severe fire and heavy smoke. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue reported at least five fatalities and five hospitalizations, including three critically injured victims. Over 60 fire rescue units were deployed to extinguish the fire, rescue those trapped, and contain leaking fuel from the crashed plane.
FAA Ground Stop and Disruptions
The
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop affecting all arrivals and departures at Miami International Airport immediately following the accident. The ground stop and full closure of runways and taxiways remained in effect until at least 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time. FlightAware data indicated nearly 200 flight cancellations and over 250 delays at the airport. Average delays for inbound flights reached approximately 6.5 hours, causing extensive operational disruption during the busy Labor Day weekend travel period.
Officials’ Responses and Investigation
Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz said officials prioritized the safety and care of those involved and promised continuous updates as information became available. The FAA
confirmed an ongoing investigation into the incident. An Amazon spokesperson stated the company is working closely with local authorities to understand the circumstances while prioritizing the well-being of all affected. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy advised travelers to expect delays and cancellations at Miami International Airport.
Operational Impact and Context
Miami International Airport, a major gateway serving approximately 26 million passengers in 2025, handles a significant volume of traffic into Latin America and the Caribbean. The crash occurred near Northwest 67th Avenue in a field adjacent to the runway. The airport had projected handling about 900,000 passengers over Labor Day weekend 2025. The ground stop
and crash caused severe disruptions, with passengers on unrelated flights held on the tarmac and traffic congested due to the incident. The cause of the runway overrun remains under FAA investigation, with no confirmed contributing factors.
