"The aircraft was a Bombardier CRJ-900 twin-jet arriving from Montreal when the collision occurred on Runway 4, reportedly almost completing its landing at the time of impact."
"Images from the scene showed the jet stationary on the runway with visible damage to its forward underside, while emergency vehicles surrounded the aircraft in the aftermath."
"LaGuardia Airport was immediately closed following the crash, with the FAA confirming that no flights would depart or arrive until at least 2pm (ET) Monday."
An Air Canada passenger jet collided with a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot. The aircraft, operated by Jazz Aviation, was carrying 76 people, including four crew members. Following the incident, 41 passengers were treated at local hospitals, with 32 released. The collision occurred as the Bombardier CRJ-900 was landing at approximately 30mph. LaGuardia Airport was closed, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.
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