Mar 23 • 06:12 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

An Air Canada plane collided with a truck while landing at an airport in New York

An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York, resulting in several injuries, with ongoing operations at the airport suspended.

An incident occurred at LaGuardia Airport in New York when an Air Canada CRJ-900 aircraft collided with a fire truck during its landing approach. The aircraft had arrived from Montreal and was reportedly on the runway when the collision happened. Local authorities have confirmed injuries, but detailed information about the number of injured persons or the reasons behind the accident has not been disclosed yet.

Following the accident, operations at LaGuardia Airport have been halted, leading to significant disruptions in air traffic. This incident has raised concerns regarding safety protocols at airports, especially in busy transit areas where fire services operate. Further investigation into the causes of the collision is expected to be conducted by aviation authorities and airport management.

The incident is still developing, and as more information comes to light, it may have implications for Air Canada’s operations and for airport safety regulations. The event draws attention to the need for stringent safety measures in and around airports, particularly as they relate to the interaction between aircraft and emergency vehicles.

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