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21 Air, operator of plane in Miami crash, had prior safety complaints by former employees
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Josh Boswell , as published by CBS4 Miami
· September 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A pilot with over 30 years of experience filed a complaint, stating that his concerns were dismissed by a manager. A Boeing 767 cargo plane crashed, resulting in five fatalities.
A Boeing 767 cargo plane crashed, resulting in five fatalities. The plane was operated by 21 Air, a company that has faced safety complaints from former employees. These complaints allege violations of safety regulations.
The company is controlled by Jim Crane, owner of the Houston Astros, through an LLC. Former staff members claim they were fired for raising safety concerns. A pilot with over 30 years of experience filed a complaint, stating that his concerns were dismissed by a manager.
Further details about the company's safety record and the crash are available. The crash involved an Amazon Prime Air plane, and an investigation is likely underway. For more information on the incident and 21 Air's safety history, additional sources can be consulted.
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Category: safety Published: September 8, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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