LaGuardia Airport Plane Crash Claims Two Lives, Multiple Injuries Confirmed
NEW YORK CITY, NY — A plane crash at LaGuardia Airport on September 11 resulted in the deaths of two pilots and injuries to 40 others onboard.
The incident occurred shortly after 2:41 p.m. when Air Canada flight 8646 collided with a fire truck on the runway. According to the FAA, the aircraft, which was arriving from Montreal, encountered the emergency vehicle during landing procedures.
Two pilots, Captain Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther, were killed in the crash, while 40 passengers were transported to area hospitals; several sustained serious injuries.
Authorities confirmed that emergency response teams, including paramedics and fire personnel, arrived on the scene promptly to assist passengers and manage the aftermath.
As of now, the investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing, with both the FAA and NTSB involved. Lane closures and traffic disruptions around the airport are expected as the situation develops.
Witnesses reported a chaotic scene, with smoke rising from the tarmac as emergency responders worked to aid the injured.
Updates will follow as more information becomes available.