Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 Overruns Miami Runway, Killing at Least Five in Ground Collision

An Amazon-branded cargo jet operated by 21 Air as Prime Air Flight 7598 overran Runway 30 at Miami International Airport on September 6, 2026, after arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico. The 32-year-old Boeing 767-300 struck multiple vehicles on the ground, burst into flames, and came to rest near a parking lot adjacent to airport facilities and an Amazon warehouse area. Miami-Dade officials reported at least five fatalities and five injuries, with three in critical condition; victims included people in struck vehicles, while both pilots survived with injuries.[1][2]

Flight data from Flightradar24 showed the aircraft exiting the runway at approximately 112 knots. No debris was found on the runway itself, though navigational equipment was damaged. The incident prompted a full ground stop at MIA, with runways and taxiways closed for hours before partial reopening.[3]

The FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause, with the NTSB deploying a Go Team. Amazon confirmed the aircraft was operated by 21 Air and stated it is cooperating with authorities while prioritizing the well-being of those involved.[4][5]

While social media posts highlighted the plane's proximity to Tesla vehicles in the lot, mainstream reporting focuses on the runway overrun, ground fatalities, and airport disruption rather than specific vehicle brands. The event raises immediate questions about runway safety margins, aircraft braking performance on the 9,000+ foot runway, and coordination between cargo operations and nearby ground traffic.