Cargo plane slams into vehicles killing 5 in Miami
NBC News
Last updated: September 8, 2026
An Amazon Prime branded cargo plane experienced a runway overrun incident at Miami International Airport, resulting in a collision with multiple vehicles and fatalities. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the cause of the accident.
- A cargo plane, identified as operating under the Amazon Prime brand, crashed after overrunning a runway at Miami International Airport. The incident involved a collision with several vehicles on the ground. Tragically, five individuals lost their lives as a result of the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has been dispatched to the scene to conduct a thorough investigation. The primary objective of the NTSB's inquiry will be to determine the sequence of events and the contributing factors that led to the aircraft leaving the runway and subsequently impacting the vehicles. This investigation will likely involve examining the aircraft's mechanical condition, pilot actions, air traffic control communications, and runway conditions. The full extent of damage and the specific types of vehicles involved are currently under investigation.
