Tragic Collision at LaGuardia Airport: Air Canada Flight Involved in Fatal Incident

In a shocking incident late last night, an Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority vehicle shortly after landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. Local authorities reported the crash to agencies including the Associated Press. The New York Police Department has confirmed the collision but has not provided further details at this time. Citing media sources such as Reuters and NBC, it's reported that there were two fatalities, believed to be the pilot and co-pilot of the aircraft. Additionally, publications like The New York Post suggest that at least one sergeant and one Port Authority officer may be seriously injured, alongside a number of passengers, whose current conditions remain unclear. The vehicle involved in the incident was identified as a fire truck, which was attending to another emergency when it was struck by the aircraft. Eyewitness accounts describe a harrowing scene, including a flight attendant who was ejected from the front of the plane while still seated, requiring rescue from Port Authority personnel who transported her to the hospital. The injured Port Authority officers are members of the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Unit, specifically trained to handle aerial emergencies. According to the Port Authority, three hours after the accident, the fire truck was actively responding to an incident when the Air Canada CRJ900 aircraft, arriving from Montreal, landed on runway 4. Jazz Aviation, the operator of the Air Canada Express flight, disclosed that there were 72 passengers and 4 crew members aboard the Bombardier CRJ900, all of whom are undergoing evaluations for their well-being. Reports suggest that many of the passengers were part of an Orthodox Jewish group traveling from the New York area. An official from the New York City Fire Department noted that firefighters responded to reports of the collision at approximately 11:38 PM. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) indicated that LaGuardia Airport has since closed its operations following the crash, which occurred six hours after a separate incident in mainland Spain. Video footage taken by bystanders and circulated on social media highlights the extensive damage sustained by the front of the aircraft, underscoring the severity of the incident. LaGuardia Airport, which served over 30 million passengers in 2025, is one of the busiest airports in the United States, with several American carriers operating from its facilities. As investigations are underway, this tragic event has drawn attention to the need for heightened safety measures at airports, especially regarding runway operations and emergency vehicle responses. Authorities continue to assess the situation, providing updates as more information becomes available. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2