Trending Now - Tragic Collision at Laguardia: Air Canada Jet Strikes Fire Truck, Two Dead
WHO:
The two deceased pilots have been identified as Antoine Forest and another unnamed individual.
Jazz Aviation President Doug Clarke stated, "Today is an incredibly difficult day for our airline, our employees, and most importantly, the families and loved ones of those affected by the accident involving flight 8646."
Port Authority Executive Director Kathryn Garcia confirmed that 43 people were hospitalized, with many having since been released.
The New York City Office of Emergency Management warned travelers to “expect cancellations, road closures, traffic delays and emergency personnel” near LaGuardia Airport.
Air Canada set up a phone line for loved ones of the passengers to call for assistance: 1-800-961-7099.
Antoine Forest has been identified as one of the pilots killed in the LaGuardia plane crash.
Doug Clarke, President of Jazz Aviation, stated, "Today is an incredibly difficult day for our airline, our employees, and most importantly, the families and loved ones of those affected by the accident involving flight 8646."
President Trump commented on the collision, stating, "They made a mistake. It's a dangerous business. That's terrible."
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canadian officials were working closely with U.S. counterparts on the investigation.
Port Authority Executive Director Kathryn Garcia confirmed that the two deceased individuals were the pilot and co-pilot of the Air Canada flight.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy's office confirmed the incident and provided updates.
Port Authority Executive Director Kathryn Garcia confirmed the deaths of two pilots.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy's office confirmed the incident.
Air Canada, Jazz Aviation LP, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, New York City Fire Department, New York Police Department, US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Four firefighters, two individuals killed, 72 passengers, four crew members on the flight
WHAT:
The Air Canada flight was cleared to land at approximately 11:35 PM on March 22nd, 2026, and the collision occurred about three minutes later.
The Air Canada flight was traveling at about 104 miles per hour just before the collision.
A flight attendant, Solange Tremblay, was found outside the aircraft still strapped in her seat after being ejected during the crash.
Four firefighters were critically injured in the collision, according to sources.
More than 39 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with at least two Port Authority firefighters also injured.
The aircraft struck the fire truck at a speed of about 24 miles per hour (39 km/h), according to flight tracking website Flightradar24.
The National Transportation Safety Board is launching a "go team" to investigate the incident.
The Air Canada Express flight involved was Flight 8646, which had 76 people aboard, including 72 passengers and four crew members.
More than 39 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with some suffering serious injuries, according to officials.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop for all departures to LaGuardia due to the aircraft emergency, with the airport closure in effect until 05:30 GMT on March 24th, 2026.
At least 13 individuals, including 11 passengers and two first responders, were taken to the hospital with injuries.
More than 39 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with some suffering serious injuries.
More than 40 individuals, including passengers and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) officers, were transported to the hospital, with 32 individuals released and others suffering serious injuries.
The aircraft involved was a CRJ-900 operated by Jazz Aviation on behalf of Air Canada Express, with a preliminary passenger list indicating 76 people aboard, including 72 passengers and four crew members.
The FAA indicated that the airport could remain closed until 2:00 PM local time on March 23rd, 2026.
The Air Canada Express flight involved was Flight 8646, which had 76 people aboard, including 72 passengers and four crew members.
More than 40 individuals, including passengers and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) officers, were transported to the hospital.
As of the latest reports, 32 individuals have been released from the hospital, but there are serious injuries among others.
An Air Canada regional jet collided with a firetruck on the runway at LaGuardia Airport
Four firefighters were critically injured in the collision
Two people were killed in the incident
The aircraft suffered significant damage, with the nose of the plane crushed
The FAA issued a ground stop for all planes at LaGuardia Airport
WHERE:
LaGuardia Airport, Queens, New York
The flight originated at Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, Montreal
WHEN:
The collision occurred at approximately 11:38 PM on March 22nd, 2026.
The collision occurred at approximately 11:40 PM on March 22nd, 2026, as confirmed by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
The collision occurred at approximately 11:47 PM on March 22nd, 2026.
The collision occurred on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, at approximately 11:40 PM
The FAA indicated the airport could be shut until 2:00 PM local time on March 23rd, 2026
WHY:
The firetruck was responding to a separate incident when the collision occurred
HOW:
Air traffic control audio revealed that the fire truck was cleared to cross the runway moments before the collision, and a controller was heard saying, "I messed up" shortly after the incident.
Air traffic control audio revealed that a controller had mistakenly given clearance for the fire truck to cross the runway moments before the collision, later admitting, "I messed up."
Air traffic control audio revealed that a controller had mistakenly given clearance for the fire truck to respond to another emergency involving an odor on a United flight, realizing the error moments before the collision.
Air traffic control audio revealed that a controller had cleared the fire truck to cross the runway moments before the collision, later admitting, "I messed up."
Air traffic control audio revealed that an air traffic controller had mistakenly given clearance for the fire truck to respond to another emergency, realizing the error moments before the collision.
The aircraft struck the fire truck at a speed of about 24 miles per hour (39 km/h) according to flight tracking website Flightradar24.
The National Transportation Safety Board is launching a "go team" to investigate the incident.
The Air Canada flight was operating on behalf of Air Canada Express and was involved in an incident on Runway 4 at LaGuardia Airport
(UPDATED March 24, 2026 05:38 UTC)
In a tragic incident involving Air Canada flight 8646, two pilots, Antoine Forest and another unnamed individual, lost their lives when the aircraft collided with a fire truck shortly after being cleared to land on March 22nd at 11:35 PM. Jazz Aviation President Doug Clarke expressed deep sorrow for the airline and the families affected, while Port Authority Executive Director Kathryn Garcia confirmed that 43 people were hospitalized, with many having since been released. The collision occurred just three minutes after landing clearance, and air traffic control audio revealed that a controller acknowledged a mistake moments before the crash.
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(UPDATED March 24, 2026 04:08 UTC)
A serious incident occurred at LaGuardia Airport late last Monday when an aircraft collided with a fire truck, injuring four firefighters critically and sending over 39 passengers and crew members to the hospital. The National Transportation Safety Board is sending a team to investigate the collision, which happened around 11:40 PM, after air traffic control mistakenly cleared the fire truck to cross the runway just moments before the crash. In response, Air Canada has established a hotline for concerned loved ones, and the New York City Office of Emergency Management is warning travelers to expect cancellations and delays in the area.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 21:31 UTC)
In a tragic incident, Antoine Forest has been identified as one of the pilots killed in the LaGuardia plane crash involving Air Canada Express flight 8646, which had 76 people on board. Doug Clarke, President of Jazz Aviation, expressed deep sorrow for the airline and the families affected, while officials reported that more than 39 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with some suffering serious injuries. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has issued a ground stop for all departures to LaGuardia, which will remain closed until 05:30 GMT on March 24, following an air traffic control error that led to the collision.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 19:44 UTC)
In a tragic incident, at least 39 passengers and crew members were hospitalized, with some suffering serious injuries, after a collision involving a fire truck on the runway. President Trump expressed his concern, stating, "They made a mistake. It's a dangerous business. That's terrible," while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that Canadian officials are collaborating closely with U.S. counterparts on the ongoing investigation. The air traffic control audio revealed that a controller had cleared the fire truck to cross the runway just moments before the collision, later admitting, "I messed up."
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 15:33 UTC)
In a tragic incident involving an Air Canada flight, Port Authority Executive Director Kathryn Garcia confirmed that both the pilot and co-pilot lost their lives, while over 40 individuals, including passengers and rescue officers, were transported to the hospital, with some suffering serious injuries. The aircraft, a CRJ-900 operated by Jazz Aviation for Air Canada Express, had 76 people on board, and the FAA has announced that the airport may remain closed until 2 PM local time today. Audio from air traffic control revealed that an air traffic controller mistakenly cleared a fire truck to respond to another emergency, realizing the error just moments before the collision occurred.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 11:20 UTC)
In a tragic incident late last night, two pilots have been confirmed dead following a collision involving Air Canada Express Flight 8646, which had 76 people on board, including 72 passengers and four crew members. More than 40 individuals were taken to the hospital, with 32 already released, while others are facing serious injuries. The aircraft struck a fire truck at approximately 24 miles per hour, and the National Transportation Safety Board is sending a team to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 09:21 UTC)
Last Sunday night, an Air Canada regional jet collided with a firetruck on the runway at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in the tragic deaths of two individuals and critically injuring four firefighters. The flight, which had originated in Montreal, suffered significant damage, with the aircraft's nose crushed, prompting the FAA to issue a ground stop for all planes at the airport. As a precaution, LaGuardia could remain closed until 2 PM today, as the firetruck was responding to a separate incident when the collision occurred.