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Wife learned of husband’s death online after texts went unread following Amazon jet crash
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In Short: A widow learned of her husband's death in a fiery Amazon jet crash online after his texts went unread, prompting a wrongful death lawsuit.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash of an Amazon Air Boeing 767 at Miami International Airport, where the plane overran a runway and collided with two vehicles, killing five people, including a plane cleaner named Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo. His wife, who had not heard from him, learned of his death online after his texts went unread, according to reports.
In a statement, Amazon expressed its sympathies to those affected by the crash and stated that every jet operated on its behalf was flown by an FAA-certified air carrier under FAA-approved operations and maintenance programs. The NTSB revealed that key braking systems, including speed brakes and thrust reversers, were not deployed during landing, citing available recorded data recovered from the crash.
The widow, who was working as a plane cleaner, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Amazon, operator 21 Air, and the pilots. Mark Mahaney, a senior managing director at Evercore ISI, discussed Amazon's stock outlook on a financial program, raising the price target from $315 to $355 due to advancements in artificial intelligence reshaping retail.
Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo was working a 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. shift for Professional Ocean Service Corp. His wife, who had not heard from him, texted frantically when he failed to arrive home on time, only to find a news story online after seeing her texts went unread. His wife described him as a "very hardworking man, very loved by his wife, very loved by his son, and as you can imagine what they’ve gone through is really unimaginable," according to a family friend.
The crash has sparked questions about the safety measures in place for cargo operations and the responsibilities of the companies involved. The NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy detailed the ongoing investigation into the fatal crash, while Amazon reiterated its commitment to safety and cooperation with investigators.
What's confirmed
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash of an Amazon Air Boeing 767 at Miami International Airport, where the plane overran a runway and collided with two vehicles, killing five people, including a plane cleaner named Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo. His wife, who had not heard from him, learned of his death online after his texts went unread, according to reports.
- In a statement, Amazon expressed its sympathies to those affected by the crash and stated that every jet operated on its behalf was flown by an FAA-certified air carrier under FAA-approved operations and maintenance programs. The NTSB revealed that key braking systems, including speed brakes and thrust reversers, were not deployed during landing, citing available recorded data recovered from the crash.
- The widow, who was working as a plane cleaner, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Amazon, operator 21 Air, and the pilots. Mark Mahaney, a senior managing director at Evercore ISI, discussed Amazon's stock outlook on a financial program, raising the price target from $315 to $355 due to advancements in artificial intelligence reshaping retail.
- Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo was working a 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. shift for Professional Ocean Service Corp. His wife, who had not heard from him, texted frantically when he failed to arrive home on time, only to find a news story online after seeing her texts went unread. His wife described him as a "very hardworking man, very loved by his wife, very loved by his son, and as you can imagine what they’ve gone through is really unimaginable," according to a family friend.
- The crash has sparked questions about the safety measures in place for cargo operations and the responsibilities of the companies involved. The NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy detailed the ongoing investigation into the fatal crash, while Amazon reiterated its commitment to safety and cooperation with investigators.
What's still developing
- A destroyed vehicle sits near evidence markers in front of the downed Amazon Air freighter. (National Transportation Safety Board / Fox News) Following the incident, 21 Air issued a statement extending its condolences to those impacted.
- "Major U.S. (and foreign) passenger airlines also contract with independent carriers to operate flights under their brand but as separately certificated and regulated air carriers," Amazon said.
- "Our employees are far more than the people who work beside us each day, they are family, and they are deeply loved," the company said in a post-crash statement.
- The Wrap reports that Amazon opted not to renew the series for a second season, the decision coming just over three months after the show launched in late May to good reviews.