New York [US], March 23 (ANI): An Air Canada Express plane arriving from Montreal collided with a ground vehicle while landing at New York’s LaGuardia Airport on Sunday (local time). Four firefighters were reportedly injured and in critical condition, and the aircraft’s pilot and co-pilot were also badly hurt, NBC News reported.
The incident prompted the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to halt operations at the busy airport, issuing a ground stop for all arrivals and departures at LaGuardia. The stop was initially set to remain in effect until 0530 GMT (local time), with the FAA noting a “high probability” it could be extended. In a separate advisory to airmen, the FAA said the airport could remain closed until 1800 GMT (local time), indicating the potential for prolonged disruption.
Unverified social media videos appeared to show visible damage to the plane’s nose. Emergency response teams were expected to be deployed as standard protocol, though authorities had not issued full confirmation as the situation remained fluid while safety assessments continued. Air Canada, the FAA, and the New York Fire Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
LaGuardia, a major domestic gateway for New York City, handles high volumes of traffic, and experts warn that ground incidents — while relatively rare — can cause cascading delays across the air traffic network. Further updates are expected as investigations continue and authorities assess the operational impact on airport services. (ANI)
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