A Boeing 767 cargo plane from Amazon exited the runway during operation at Miami International Airport. The aircraft was performing a cargo flight when it lost control and went off the runway during landing or ground maneuver.
The accident resulted in the death of five people. The authorities confirmed the number of fatalities after the initial rescue and investigation work at the scene of the incident.
The impact of the aircraft against obstacles near the runway caused large-scale flames. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to fight the fire and provide aid to the victims.
Miami International Airport was temporarily affected by the emergency operations. The causes of the accident were still being investigated by the competent authorities at the time of the news release.
