Five killed in Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami airport
Three people were evacuated in critical condition, while two others were taken to a local hospital
Five people are dead and at least five others injured after an Amazon-branded Prime Air cargo plane crashed during landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday afternoon.
The aircraft overran the runway while landing, according to local officials.
Three people in critical condition were taken to a trauma center, while two others were taken to a local hospital.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Chief Ray Jadallah said the pilot and co-pilot were trapped in the plane and several others were trapped in vehicles caught in the crash.
Over 60 fire crews were dealing with a fuel leak and a "very complex" fire on the runway involving flaming engines.
US Federal regulator, the National Transportation Safety Board, said it was sending an investigative team led by Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy.
"We’re heartbroken to learn that five people lost their lives in today’s incident at Miami International Airport. Our deepest sympathies go out to the families, loved ones, and all those affected by this devastating loss," Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel said.