Air Canada Express jet collides with fire engine at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in pilot and co-pilot fatalities
In a tragic incident late last night at LaGuardia Airport, an Air Canada Express regional jet collided with a fire engine on the runway, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot. This shocking event has led to the closure of the airport, causing considerable disruption and concern among passengers and aviation authorities. The accident occurred around 11:40 PM local time during the landing of Air Canada Express Flight 8646, which was traveling from Montreal. As the aircraft approached the runway, it struck a fire truck that was responding to a separate incident. Reports indicate that the fire engine... [Continue Reading]
