NEW YORK (AP) — An Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority vehicle after landing at LaGuardia Airport, raising concerns about safety protocols. Authorities say the New York Police Department confirmed the collision but could not immediately provide further details.
New York City Fire Department officials reported that firefighters reacted to the alarming situation by responding to calls about a plane that crashed into a vehicle on the runway around 11:38 p.m. Unfortunately, additional details regarding injuries or the extent of damage remain unclear at this time.
The Federal Aviation Administration’s National Airspace System website has indicated that LaGuardia Airport is currently closed as a result of the incident. Eyewitnesses have shared multiple videos on social media, showcasing severe damage to the front of the aircraft. As investigations continue, airport and aviation safety protocols will be scrutinized to prevent such incidents in the future.
New York City Fire Department officials reported that firefighters reacted to the alarming situation by responding to calls about a plane that crashed into a vehicle on the runway around 11:38 p.m. Unfortunately, additional details regarding injuries or the extent of damage remain unclear at this time.
The Federal Aviation Administration’s National Airspace System website has indicated that LaGuardia Airport is currently closed as a result of the incident. Eyewitnesses have shared multiple videos on social media, showcasing severe damage to the front of the aircraft. As investigations continue, airport and aviation safety protocols will be scrutinized to prevent such incidents in the future.
