The National Transportation Safety Board announced plans to interview the two pilots who survived an Amazon cargo aircraft crash that occurred close to Miami International Airport. The board also released new video footage showing the moment of impact, adding visual evidence to its ongoing investigation.
The incident, which took place in the vicinity of Miami International Airport, involved an Amazon‑operated cargo plane. Both pilots managed to survive the crash and are now expected to provide statements to investigators. The NTSB’s decision to conduct these interviews follows standard procedures for federal inquiries into aviation accidents.
The release of the impact video is intended to give the public and investigators a clearer view of the crash dynamics. The board has not disclosed additional specifics about the cause of the accident, focusing instead on gathering testimony from the surviving crew members. The video, made public by the NTSB, captures the aircraft’s final moments as it struck the ground near the airport.
Amazon has been cooperating with the investigation, though no further details about the airline’s response have been provided. The two pilots, whose identities have not been released, are expected to meet with NTSB investigators in the coming days. Their accounts are considered crucial for understanding the sequence of events that led to the crash.
The NTSB’s investigation remains active, with the board emphasizing that the interview process and analysis of the video are part of a broader effort to determine any safety issues. The crash near Miami International Airport has prompted heightened attention to cargo operations in the region, but the agency has not issued any safety alerts at this time.