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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 12, 2026Miami-Dade County

Local 10 examines pilot actions and go-around procedures following fatal Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport

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Questions persist regarding whether pilot inaction, specifically a potential failure to execute a go-around before overshooting the runway, contributed to Sunday's fatal Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport.

Aviation SafetyPlane CrashMiami International AirportTransportation
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Why It Matters

The investigation addresses aviation safety protocols and pilot decision-making following a fatal cargo plane crash.

Key Facts

  • A deadly Amazon cargo plane crash occurred on Sunday at Miami International Airport.
  • Questions have been raised regarding whether pilot inaction contributed to the crash.
  • Investigators are examining a potential failure to perform a go-around, which involves aborting a landing and trying again.
  • The cargo plane overshot the runway during the incident.

Who's Mentioned

locationNorth Perry Airport“Airport in Pembroke Pines where the interview took place.”OrganizationDynasty Aviation“Aviation business at North Perry Airport co-owned by Dao Chen.”PersonJeff Derderian“Local 10 News reporter who conducted the interview.”locationPembroke Pines“City in Florida where North Perry Airport is located.”OrganizationLocal 10“News outlet reporting on the aviation safety story.”Organization21 Air“Employer of the crew operating the Amazon cargo plane.”PersonDao Chen“Co-owner of Dynasty Aviation and pilot interviewed in the report.”OrganizationAmazon“operator of the cargo plane involved in the crash”locationMiami International Airport“Location where the cargo plane overshot the runway.”