Amazon halts use of 21 Air after plane overshot Miami runway
Summary
Amazon has stopped using the delivery company 21 Air after a plane operated by 21 Air overshot a runway at Miami International Airport, killing five people in a van. Investigators are looking into the cause of the crash, and Amazon says it will support the investigation and prioritize safety.Key Facts
- Amazon suspended its partnership with 21 Air after a fatal crash involving one of their planes.
- The accident happened on September 6, when a Boeing 767 cargo plane landed too fast and went 1,300 feet past the runway.
- The plane hit a van carrying airport workers, killing five and injuring five others.
- The plane was originally built for passengers and converted to carry cargo in 2015.
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash, including the plane's speed, weather, and maintenance records.
- Cockpit recordings showed pilots warning each other about the high landing speed and alerts about the descent and terrain.
- Amazon has worked with 21 Air since 2024 to ship packages.
- Amazon says safety is a top priority and will continue supporting everyone affected.
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