NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 9, 2026Miami-Dade County
Former 21 Air Pilots Raised Safety Concerns Before Miami International Airport Crash, Attorney Says
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An attorney states that two former pilots for 21 Air, the cargo company operating the Amazon Prime jet that crashed Sunday at Miami International Airport, previously raised safety concerns prior to the incident.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
This information highlights prior internal warnings regarding flight operations at the cargo company involved in a major airport crash.
Key Facts
- Two former pilots for cargo company 21 Air raised safety concerns prior to the crash.
- The crashed jet was operating for Amazon Prime.
- The crash occurred Sunday at Miami International Airport.
- The information regarding prior safety concerns was reported Wednesday.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationAmazon Prime“Brand associated with the cargo jet involved in the accident.”PersonMike Anello“Attorney representing the former 21 Air pilots in the Department of Labor disput”locationMiami-Dade County“Location of the crash and the company's northwest Miami-Dade County office.”OrganizationOSHA“Occupational Safety and Health Administration where the initial complaint was fi”PersonKarl Seuring“Former pilot who filed a complaint with OSHA against 21 Air.”OrganizationLocal 10“News outlet reporting the information”Organization21 Air“Cargo company operating the aircraft involved in the crash and party to a labor ”PersonDon Helmig“Retired pilot who wrote an email to the majority owner raising operational issue”OrganizationNational Transportation Safety Board“Investigating the aircraft accident.”locationMiami International Airport“Location of the plane crash”PersonJim Crane“Majority owner of 21 Air.”OrganizationFederal Aviation Administration“Cooperating authority investigating the accident.”