Chaos at LaGuardia: Collision Woes

New York's LaGuardia airport is experiencing major disruptions after a collision between an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck. Significant flight delays and cancellations have been reported, with one runway remaining closed. The FAA does not anticipate reopening until Friday.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 24-03-2026 18:46 IST | Created: 24-03-2026 18:46 IST
Chaos at LaGuardia: Collision Woes

New York's LaGuardia airport is reeling under severe congestion and operational issues stemming from a runway accident involving an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck.

The Federal Aviation Administration announced that it does not predict the resumption of one of the two crucial runways until Friday, exacerbating travel woes for thousands.

According to FlightAware, approximately 19% of flights were canceled and many more delayed as of 9 a.m. EDT. Operational challenges are expected to continue throughout the day, the FAA warned.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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