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News in English (USA) / 26.03.2026 / 00:00

Deadly Runway Collision at LaGuardia Airport Claims Two Lives

A tragic incident occurred at LaGuardia Airport when an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on the runway, resulting in the deaths of two young pilots, Antoine Forest and Mackenzie Gunther, early in their careers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is actively investigating the crash, revealing that a runway safety system failed to send an alert prior to the collision. Air traffic control confusion has been a long-standing concern among LaGuardia pilots, many of whom had raised safety alarms in the past. Eyewitness accounts describe harrowing moments during the crash, with one flight attendant miraculously surviving after being ejected from the aircraft. As the investigation unfolds, issues regarding system failures, air traffic control staffing, and a lack of alerts are coming to light. The event has led to numerous flight cancellations and delays, with LaGuardia Airport partially reopening as authorities evaluate safety protocols to prevent future occurrences.
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