Incident at LaGuardia: Air Canada Express Jet Collision

An Air Canada Express regional jet collided with a ground vehicle upon landing at New York's LaGuardia airport, causing the airport to close temporarily. The incident involved a CRJ-900 plane operated by Jazz Aviation. The FAA issued a ground stop, and flights were diverted or returned.

An Air Canada Express regional jet collided with a ground vehicle at New York's LaGuardia airport, leading to a temporary closure.

The CRJ-900 plane, operated by Jazz Aviation, struck the vehicle at about 24 mph, prompting a ground stop by the FAA.

Flights were diverted as the FAA assessed the situation, while the New York Fire Department responded to the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)