Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026
Casualties Confirmed
Authorities confirm the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot.
Investigation Launch
NTSB and TSB begin a joint probe into the cause of the collision.
Departure
Air Canada Express flight departs Montreal for New York.
Landing and Collision
The jet lands at LaGuardia and strikes a fire truck shortly after touchdown.
A fatal collision between an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport has resulted in the deaths of two pilots. The incident, involving a flight from Montreal operated by Jazz Aviation, has prompted a major investigation into ground safety protocols and airport infrastructure.
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