NTSB Reports Amazon Cargo Jet's Braking Systems Did Not Deploy During Miami Crash

<p>On September 9, 2026, authorities reported that key braking systems did not deploy during a plane crash involving an Amazon cargo jet at Miami International Airport, which resulted in five fatalities. The aircraft overran the runway and struck two vehicles.</p><p>According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), while the aircraft's wheel brakes were applied, data indicates that the speed brakes and thrust reversers did not deploy. NTSB investigator Chihoon Shin stated, "There was no indication in the recorded data that speed brakes or thrust reversers were deployed."</p><p>Shin mentioned that investigators plan to interview the pilots involved and emphasized that officials are not speculating about the landing's circumstances at this time. He noted, "When we analyze the full list of parameters, we'll have a better idea of the aircraft's performance during this landing. Was it normal? Was it not?"</p><p>Shin added, "What we need to do is talk to the crew and get their account to understand how they're manipulating the controls in order to get a better understanding of the situation."</p><p>NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy provided information about the pilots, stating that the captain, aged 55, had 7,145 flight hours, according to his latest Class 1 medical certificate dated March 31, 2026. The first officer, aged 37, had 2,655 flight hours, based on his Class 1 medical certificate dated April 13, 2026.</p><p>Officials confirmed that there were no hazardous materials on board the aircraft, with most of the cargo consisting of contact lenses weighing 32,222 pounds, along with a flight kit.</p><p>The crash involved Prime Air Flight 7598, resulting in five deaths and five injuries. Seven of the victims were in a van that was crushed on airport property, while the plane traveled through the airport fence and struck another civilian vehicle before stopping near a parking lot.</p>