New flight data from the NTSB reveals a harrowing cockpit scenario where a pilot repeatedly warned of 'excessive speed' before an Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami, killing five.
- Pilot repeatedly warned of 'excessive speed' during the final approach.
- NTSB reports an 'inconsistent verbal response' from the other pilot despite alarms.
- Landing speed was recorded at 158 knots (292km/h), considered very high.
- Five ground crew members were killed after the aircraft overshot the runway.
The investigation into the tragic crash of an Amazon Prime Air Flight 7598 in Miami, Florida, has taken a critical turn. New data released by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) indicates a breakdown in cockpit communication during the aircraft's final moments. According to the report, one pilot repeatedly cautioned the other about the aircraft's "excessive speed," yet the response received was inconsistent and lacked urgency.
As the Boeing 767-300 approached the runway, the cockpit was filled with automated warnings. Electronic "sink rate" and "too low terrain" callouts were triggered, alerting the crew that the plane was descending too rapidly and was dangerously close to the ground without being properly configured for landing.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this incident underscores the perilous nature of 'automation bias' and communication failure in high-stress environments. The lack of a consistent verbal response to a direct speed warning suggests a cognitive disconnect between the flight crew, turning a recoverable situation into a catastrophic failure.
"It really confirms that this was, in a way, a doomed approach." - Pablo Rojas, Aviation Attorney.
A significant point of contention is the timing of the flap deployment. Flaps are essential for slowing the aircraft and ensuring a gentle descent. Aviation attorney Pablo Rojas noted that the data shows flaps were deployed much later in the sequence, possibly as a desperate attempt by the pilots to compensate for the excessive speed.
The aftermath was devastating. After overshooting the runway, the aircraft struck ground equipment, collided with a white Ford van, and eventually hit a Toyota Corolla before coming to a halt 1,300 feet beyond the runway. The impact killed five members of a plane-cleaning crew: Rolando Aleman Leon, Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo, Julio C Pineda, Carlos Acosta Fajardo, and Javierkys Reyes Quevedo.
| Metric | Recorded Data | Industry Standard/Expert View |
|---|---|---|
| Landing Speed | 158 Knots (292km/h) | High End/Excessive |
| Flap Deployment | Delayed Sequence | Early/Planned Deployment |
| Crew Response | Inconsistent Verbals | Clear, Confirmed Communication |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who were the victims of the crash?
The five deceased were part of a plane-cleaning crew who were in a van on the ground when the plane overshot the runway.
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 767-300 operated by Amazon Prime Air.
