New York, USA – Tonight, a shocking incident occurred at LaGuardia Airport (LGA). An Air Canada Express CRJ‑900 flight from Montreal collided with a fire truck on landing, killing both the pilot and co-pilot. Several passengers and emergency responders were injured.
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Air Canada Plane Crashes at LaGuardia — Airport Temporarily CLOSED
A tragic accident occurred at New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on Sunday, March 22, when an Air Canada Express CRJ‑900 plane collided with a fire truck on the runway. The collision killed both the pilot and co-pilot and left several passengers and emergency responders injured. The horrifying incident forced airport authorities to halt all flight operations late Sunday night, leaving travelers scrambling for updates.
According to a statement posted on X, the incident took place at approximately 11:40 PM, involving Jazz Aviation flight AC8646, operating from Montreal (YUL) on behalf of Air Canada. Officials reported that the aircraft “was involved in an incident on Runway 4.”
The plane collided with a Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicle, which had been responding to a separate emergency at the airport. The impact destroyed the cockpit and caused chaos on the runway, prompting a swift emergency response. Around 41 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with many now discharged.
📍 LaGuardia Airport Status
Authorities confirmed that LaGuardia Airport remains temporarily closed, and flight operations are expected to resume only after the runway is secured and a full investigation is completed. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines directly for updates or potential flight diversions to nearby airports, such as JFK or Newark.
👨✈️ Investigation Underway
The NTSB and Canadian aviation safety authorities have arrived at the scene to investigate the incident. They are examining why the fire truck was on the runway and whether communication failures contributed to the crash.
✈️ Quick Facts
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Flight: Air Canada Express CRJ‑900 (AC8646, Jazz Aviation)
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Route: Montreal (YUL) → New York (LGA)
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Fatalities: 2 (pilot & co-pilot)
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Injured: ~41 passengers & crew
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Airport Status: Temporarily closed
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Investigation: NTSB & Canadian aviation safety board
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