What to know about the deadly collision between a jet and fire truck at NYC's LaGuardia Airport - AP News

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March 23, 2026
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A commercial jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, killing multiple people and prompting investigation into runway safety coordination.

How This Affects You

If you fly through LaGuardia, expect operational disruptions and delays as authorities investigate the collision and review ground safety procedures.

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A commercial jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, resulting in fatalities. The incident occurred on an active runway or taxiway where emergency vehicles were positioned, creating a collision between two large vehicles in motion. Such accidents at major airports are rare but highlight the critical coordination required between aircraft operations and ground safety crews in high-traffic environments. The collision has prompted immediate investigation into how the vehicles came to occupy the same space simultaneously. LaGuardia, one of the nation's busiest airports, will likely face operational disruptions as authorities conduct their review.

What's Being Done

Authorities are investigating how the jet and fire truck occupied the same runway simultaneously.

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