Miami International Airport

Amazon partners with Airlink to support seven weekly cargo flights from Miami International Airport to Caracas, donating aircraft and fuel costs to deliver 35 tons of aid to earthquake victims in Venezuela. The initiative involves collaboration with the U.S. State Department and the United Nations World Food Program for efficient aid distribution.

Miami International Airport was evacuated after an unattended item in Concourse J prompted a response from Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies and the MDSO Bomb Squad. The area was cleared, a TSA checkpoint closed temporarily, and normal operations resumed with minimal passenger disruption.

A flight from Puerto Rico to Charlotte was diverted to Miami International Airport due to strong turbulence, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The aircraft landed safely at around 10 a.m., and American Airlines is being contacted for further details.

An American Airlines flight to Bermuda aborted takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet entered the same runway, prompting an air traffic control exchange. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred amid recent aviation safety concerns.

An American Airlines flight to Bermuda aborted its takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet entered the same runway. The airline stated the crew discontinued takeoff upon observing another aircraft on the runway, and the flight later departed. A tense exchange occurred between air traffic control and the business jet pilot.

Rising deportations in South Florida, linked to the 287-G program, have left children without parental care as families separate. The Guatemalan-Maya Center organizes flights to reunite children with relatives in Guatemala, Colombia, and El Salvador, covering costs through donations.

Officials are reducing crews fighting brush fires in West Miami-Dade as the blazes are nearly extinguished after burning for over a week. The wildfires, which burned more than 22,000 acres, are now at least 85% contained, with crews remaining to monitor potential flare-ups.

An 11-year-old Lauderhill boy with heart disease, Ryan McKenzie, fulfilled his dream of becoming an airline pilot through a Make-A-Wish Southern Florida event. He received a VIP tour of Miami International Airport, including a plane cockpit experience and flight simulator training.

Miami International Airport opened a private luxury terminal at the former Pan American Airways headquarters, offering travelers private suites, salons, a spa, premium dining, and TSA screening. Prices start at $1,300, with travelers required to sign up online 48 hours before a flight.

Pan Am’s former 1963-built headquarters in Miami, known as the 'Taj Mahal,' has been restored and converted into a private luxury terminal for travelers. The terminal features a spa, private suites, and a dedicated TSA checkpoint, operated by developer P/S with a $4,800 annual membership fee.

JetBlue is expanding its presence in Fort Lauderdale through a new airport lounge and positioning the city as an international gateway. The airline faces competition from Miami International Airport, which is a stronghold for American Airlines.

A 31-year-old American Airlines flight attendant, Kellie Melinda Williams, died after an apparent boat strike while snorkeling in Florida. Her body was found on Hollywood Beach, and authorities are investigating the incident with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Federal officials charged Juan Gabriel Reyes with assaulting a flight attendant and attempting to open an aircraft door mid-flight during a Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico to Chicago. Passengers and crew restrained Reyes after he allegedly attacked an off-duty flight attendant and caused the pilot to divert the plane to Miami.

A 51-year-old man named Juan Gabriel Reyes allegedly attempted to open a plane door and choke an off-duty flight attendant during a Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico to Chicago, leading to an emergency landing at Miami International Airport. Passengers and crew intervened to restrain him before authorities arrested him and the FBI assumed the investigation.

An unruly passenger, Juan Gabriel Reyes, was arrested at Miami International Airport after allegedly attempting to open exit doors mid-flight, entering the pilot's quarters, urinating in the bathroom, and choking an off-duty flight attendant. A passenger, Josh Longwood, helped restrain Reyes, and the flight eventually continued to Chicago after an emergency landing in Miami. Reyes faces battery charges and potential federal charges with FBI involvement.

JetBlue plans to launch direct flights between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Simón Bolívar International Airport in Venezuela using an Airbus A320 aircraft before year-end, pending government approval. The airline will offer unlimited Wi-Fi, seatback entertainment, and complimentary snacks/drinks, aiming to connect South Florida's Venezuelan community. American Airlines already operates direct flights between Miami International Airport and Venezuela.

A Frontier Airlines flight from San Juan to Chicago was diverted to Miami International Airport after a passenger, Juan Gabriel Reyes, became disruptive by attempting to open emergency doors, entering the pilots' quarters, and choking an off-duty flight attendant. Reyes was arrested and charged with battery.

Protests at Miami International Airport featured opposing groups: one calling for an end to U.S. sanctions and military threats against Cuba, and another supporting measures against the Cuban regime. Demonstrators from the Miami Coalition Against U.S. Blockade on Cuba and Cuban supporters of President Trump clashed peacefully under sheriff's supervision. The protests followed an indictment of Raúl Castro by the U.S. Department of Justice.

A Frontier Airlines flight from San Juan to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport was diverted to Miami due to a passenger disturbance, landing safely without injuries. The same day, a United flight from O’Hare to Minneapolis was diverted to Wisconsin after an unruly passenger attempted to breach the cockpit. The FAA reported over 640 such incidents in 2026 and enforces penalties up to $43,658 per violation.

Two terminals at Miami International Airport were evacuated over a security threat, causing travel disruptions during Memorial Day. The incident led to chaos for travelers as authorities responded to the potential danger.

A man allegedly assaulted a female passenger while she was sleeping on a flight to Miami and handed her a creepy note. The incident occurred during the flight, and the details of the assault are not fully disclosed. The man's identity has not been released.

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela in seven years, American Airlines Flight AA3599, landed in Caracas on April 30, 2026. The flight departed from Miami International Airport, with Captain Ric Wilson and the first officer waving U.S. and Venezuelan flags during the departure.

Miami International Airport has become the first in the world to adopt A.I.-powered hologram chat bots to enhance passengers' travel experience. The airport unveiled these bots as part of its digital infrastructure upgrade, aiming to improve navigation and assistance for travelers.

The first commercial flight between the U.S. and Venezuela in seven years departed from Miami on Thursday, operated by Envoy Air, a subsidiary of American Airlines, arriving in Caracas at Simón Bolívar International Airport.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) intercepted a monkey carcass and illegal meat at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, with similar seizures occurring in Miami from Brazil. The items, linked to disease risks like mad cow and foot-and-mouth disease, were confiscated to prevent health threats. CBP emphasized its role in blocking non-native contaminants.