Amazon pauses shipments with 21 Air after Miami cargo‑plane crash

Amazon has announced that it is suspending its work with cargo carrier 21 Air following a fatal crash involving a Boeing jet operated by the firm at Miami International Airport. The decision was communicated by an Amazon spokesperson on Sunday, who said the company had spent time supporting the investigation and reviewing the surrounding circumstances before opting to pause the partnership.

The accident occurred on 6 September when the 21 Air‑operated Boeing aircraft overshot the runway and struck several vehicles on the airport’s perimeter. The impact resulted in the deaths of five people. Authorities have confirmed that the crash was a tragic incident, prompting an immediate response from emergency services and airport officials.

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has taken the lead in investigating the crash. Officials from the board are conducting a thorough examination of the aircraft, runway conditions, and any other factors that may have contributed to the overshoot. The investigation is ongoing, and further findings are expected to be released as the probe progresses.

21 Air expressed its devastation over the accident and indicated that it is fully cooperating with investigators. The carrier has not provided additional details about its operational status beyond confirming its collaboration with the authorities.

Amazon’s pause of operations with 21 Air is a precautionary measure while the investigation continues. The e‑commerce giant did not specify the duration of the suspension or any potential impact on its broader logistics network.