JetBlue is canceling all flights to Miami International Airport starting September 3, 2025, due to ongoing financial losses and network adjustments, offering affected passengers refunds or alternative airport options, as the airline continues to struggle financially post-pandemic.
Passengers on American Airlines Flight 2045 from San Francisco to Miami faced nearly a daylong delay after a passenger's laptop caught fire, prompting an evacuation. The fire, likely caused by a lithium-ion battery, led to tense moments and minor injuries for three people. The flight eventually landed in Miami the following morning. Authorities are investigating the incident.
American Airlines passengers on Flight 1353 from Miami to Costa Rica endured a five-hour delay, including two deplanings, due to electrical issues on a sweltering Boeing 737. Passengers, including children, suffered in 95-degree heat without adequate communication or amenities. The flight eventually departed on a different aircraft, but not before further delays due to an intoxicated passenger.
Miami International Airport is closed due to severe thunderstorms and a tornado threat, leading to a full ground stop until at least 4:59 pm. The Ultra Music Festival in Bayfront Park was forced to shut down early, and the city is under a flood warning with heavy rain and strong winds. The Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium and the Youth Fair have also been forced to shut down, as South Florida continues to be battered by stormy conditions.
Miami International Airport has grounded all departures due to wet and windy conditions, with a ground delay in effect until 4:59 p.m. because of thunderstorms and inclement weather. A disabled aircraft on the south runway and nearby lightning have caused delays, resulting in three departures and one arrival being canceled, along with 57 flights being delayed. Travelers are advised to contact their airlines for the latest flight information.
NASA's Terra satellite has captured an image of "fallstreak holes" or "hole-punch clouds" over the Gulf of Mexico, which were likely caused by airplanes flying through altocumulus clouds, freezing supercooled water droplets, and creating circular holes and elongated tunnels. These formations, often mistaken for UFO-related phenomena, are a result of aircraft activity, such as takeoffs and landings at the Miami International Airport, and demonstrate humanity's impact on the natural world.
Broward Sheriff’s Office sergeant Bryan Vidal Lorenzo was arrested at Miami International Airport after Customs and Border Protection officials found suspected MDMA in his luggage. He was charged with possession and importation of a controlled substance into Florida, and has been placed on administrative leave without pay. Lorenzo posted a $5,000 bond and was ordered to attend drug counseling.
Miami International Airport is bustling with the arrival of around 460 million flowers from South America for Valentine’s Day, with 90% of the roses and fresh cut flowers in the U.S. passing through Miami. U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists are working to ensure that the floral imports are free from harmful pests and diseases. This massive undertaking involves inspecting hundreds of flights and millions of flower stems, with the Valentine’s rush soon to be followed by preparations for Mother’s Day in May.
American Airlines has launched non-stop flights from Miami International Airport to Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas, with services operating twice a week on Embraer E175 aircraft. The new route adds to the airline’s winter schedule for the Bahamas, which includes up to 14 daily departures to six destinations, and further solidifies Miami as a gateway to the Caribbean and Latin America.
A witness observed sparks shooting from a cargo plane as it made an emergency landing at Miami International Airport due to an engine malfunction shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 747, operated by Atlas Air, was en route to Puerto Rico when the crew reported the failure. The aircraft landed safely, and an inspection will be conducted to determine the cause. Unverified videos on social media showed flames shooting out of the wing of the plane while in flight.
A Boeing 747 cargo plane experienced an engine malfunction shortly after takeoff from Miami International Airport, prompting an emergency landing. Witness accounts and unverified videos on social media showed sparks and flames shooting from the aircraft's wing during flight. The plane, operated by Atlas Air, was en route to Puerto Rico but safely returned to Miami. The company will conduct an inspection to determine the cause of the engine failure.
A Boeing 747 cargo plane operated by Atlas Air experienced an engine malfunction shortly after takeoff from Miami International Airport, prompting an emergency landing. Witnesses reported seeing sparks and flames shooting from the aircraft before it safely returned to the airport. The plane was en route to Puerto Rico when the crew reported the engine failure. Atlas Air will conduct an inspection to determine the cause of the incident.
An Atlas Air cargo plane made an emergency landing at Miami International Airport after experiencing an engine malfunction, with dramatic video showing sparks and flames shooting from the plane's left wing. The plane, which was headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico, landed safely with no reported injuries. The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incident, and a preliminary report revealed a softball-sized hole above the engine. Boeing is supporting Atlas Air and the National Transportation Safety Board in the investigation.
An Atlas Air flight made an emergency landing at Miami International Airport after experiencing engine failure, with a preliminary report by the FAA revealing a "softball-sized hole" above one of the engines. The Boeing 747, en route to Puerto Rico, safely returned to MIA, and the crew followed standard procedures. An inspection will be conducted to determine the cause of the engine issue.
A Boeing 747 cargo plane operated by Atlas Air made an emergency landing at Miami International Airport after experiencing engine trouble shortly after takeoff. Witnesses reported seeing sparks shooting from the aircraft, with unverified videos on social media showing flames coming from the wing while in flight. The plane was en route to Puerto Rico when the crew reported the engine failure, and the company will conduct an inspection to determine the cause.