A chilling audio recording captured the moment an Air Canada flight struck a Port Authority fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night, March 22, killing two people and injuring dozens. The collision occurred at 11:38 p.m. moments after Flight AC-2026 landed, according to NYPD officials.
What We Know
📹 Viral footage shows the plane's crumpled nose and damaged runway vehicle. Emergency crews rushed to evacuate 156 passengers and crew members, with six hospitalized in critical condition. "This is one of the worst runway incidents we've seen this decade," said FDNY spokesperson Maria Gonzalez.
Airport Shutdown
LaGuardia remains closed indefinitely as the FAA investigates. Travelers are being redirected to JFK and Newark airports, with major flight delays expected through Tuesday. ✈️ Pro tip: Check your airline's app before heading to NYC airports this week!
What's Next
Black box recorders and air traffic control logs are being analyzed. While foggy conditions were reported, authorities stress it's too early to determine the cause. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
