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A sinkhole opened on the taxiway edge of Runway 4/22 at LaGuardia, prompting an immediate shutdown of that runway. All takeoffs and landings are now using Runway 13/31, which is expected to cause widespread delays and cancellations, especially with thunderstorms forecast later today. Investigators are reviewing potential causes, including a nearby fuel line tunneling project.
A preliminary NTSB report found a missing transponder on an emergency fire truck prevented ASDE-X from tracking it as an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 approached LaGuardia, leaving the runway area effectively blind; the jet was about 130 feet above the runway when the truck crossed after a clearance was issued roughly 20 seconds earlier, urgent stop commands were issued but not understood, runway lights extinguished, and two pilots were killed with dozens injured.
A flight attendant on an Air Canada Jazz flight survived a LaGuardia runway crash that killed two pilots, but faces a long recovery after severe injuries including two shattered legs, a fractured spine, and extensive skin damage that required surgeries; her daughter started a GoFundMe raising nearly $140,000 toward a $160,000 goal for rehabilitation, as the National Transportation Safety Board investigates the incident.
An Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority fire truck on LaGuardia’s runway, killing the pilot and copilot and injuring several others. Passenger Rebecca Liquori, aboard the plane, described turbulence during descent, a rough landing, and a loud crash as brakes were applied, while investigators seek the cause; News 12’s coverage included Liquori speaking about the moments leading up to the incident.
A regional Air Canada Jazz Aviation jet collided with a ground fire truck on LaGuardia's runway during landing, killing the two pilots and injuring about 40 passengers and crew; the airport was shut down briefly and then reopened as the NTSB investigates. The fire truck was responding to a separate incident aboard another plane with a concerning odor, and a controller had been trying to stop the vehicle from crossing the runway. Two Port Authority employees in the truck were injured but not seriously. Officials noted the incident occurs amid broader air-travel disruptions tied to a federal funding shutdown, though it is too early to determine contributing factors.
Two pilots aboard Air Canada Express were killed when their CRJ-900 collided with a Port Authority fire truck on a LaGuardia runway, injuring about 41 people and prompting a temporary airport closure and ground stop; authorities say there was no foul play, and the NTSB, with FAA and Transport Canada, will lead the investigation.
A ground collision at New York’s LaGuardia Airport between a jet and a fire truck underscores ongoing strain in the U.S. air traffic control workforce, highlighting safety concerns, fatigue, and renewed calls for improved staffing, funding, and modernization in the aviation system.
An Air Canada Express regional jet collided with a Port Authority fire truck on LaGuardia Airport’s Runway 4, killing both pilots, injuring dozens, and prompting a shutdown of the airport with hundreds of flights canceled as investigators probe the crash; reopening is expected around 2 p.m. ET.
An Air Canada Express CRJ-900 operated by Jazz collided with a Port Authority fire truck on LaGuardia’s runway 4 while arriving from Montreal (Flight 8646). The incident prompted an FAA ground stop and a large emergency response; the cockpit appeared damaged and the NTSB was notified. LaGuardia was expected to remain closed with flight disruptions into the afternoon as authorities investigated the collision.
An Air Canada Express Bombardier CRJ-900 collided with a Port Authority fire truck on LaGuardia's Runway 4 during a late-night landing, injuring four people—pilot and co-pilot badly, and two police officers with broken limbs; the airport was closed and FAA investigating, with the NTSB gathering details.
Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker was arrested at LaGuardia Airport after telling airline staff he had a firearm in his luggage and faces two counts of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a firearm. His attorney says the gun is licensed in Wisconsin and Walker believed traveling with a locked, disclosed firearm was permitted; he appeared in court and was released on his own recognizance. Walker started every game in 2024 and has been a regular starter over the past three seasons.
A United Airlines flight clipped another United plane while taxiing at LaGuardia Airport, causing minor damage but no injuries, amid broader air traffic disruptions due to staffing shortages and government shutdowns. The FAA will investigate the incident.
Two United Airlines planes grazed each other on the ground at LaGuardia Airport, worsening delays amid staffing shortages and FAA staffing issues, with no injuries reported.
Two Delta Air Lines jets collided on the taxiway at LaGuardia Airport, causing minor injuries to a flight attendant and damage to the aircraft, with no passengers harmed; the FAA is investigating the incident.
Two Delta regional jets collided on the taxiway at LaGuardia Airport, injuring a flight attendant with no passengers hurt. The incident involved two CRJ-900 planes operated by Endeavor Air, and is under investigation by the FAA. Delta expressed concern for safety and apologized, with airport operations unaffected.