New York City’s LaGuardia Airport will remain inaccessible until at least Monday afternoon following a tragic incident involving an Air Canada Express aircraft and a ground vehicle on the runway, as reported by NewsHub.
Details of the Incident at LaGuardia Airport
Late Sunday evening, a collision occurred on runway four of LaGuardia Airport when an incoming Air Canada Express plane impacted a fire truck. This emergency vehicle, which was under the operation of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey—the bi-state agency overseeing the facility—was engaged in responding to a separate situation at the time of the accident. According to official statements, the crash resulted in the deaths of two individuals, underscoring the severity of the event.
This unfortunate collision has prompted authorities to close LaGuardia Airport, suspending all flight operations until further notice on Monday. The Port Authority is actively managing the response and investigation, working to ensure safety and restore normal airport functions as swiftly as possible.