No flights in and out of LaGuardia following an Air Canada plane colliding with a vehicle during taxiing

A collision between an Air Canada aircraft and a ground vehicle at LaGuardia Airport has resulted in significant damage to the plane and led to the closure of the airport. The incident occurred late Sunday night, with the aircraft’s nose severely damaged.

Collision Details and Immediate Impact

The Air Canada Express flight, a CRJ-900 operated by Jazz Aviation, collided with a rescue and firefighting vehicle that was responding to a separate emergency at the airport.

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The crash caused major damage to the front of the aircraft. Fortunately, the plane was carrying 72 passengers and four crew members, according to a statement by Jazz Aviation. However, details about injuries or fatalities remain unclear.

The incident occurred shortly after the flight landed at LaGuardia Airport, following its departure from Montreal at 10:35 p.m. Eastern Time. Flight tracking data from Flightradar24 shows that the plane touched down at 11:37 p.m. on Sunday.

Following the collision, LaGuardia Airport was shut down for an investigation, and 271 flights were canceled on Monday.

Emergency Response and Investigations

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey confirmed the closure of LaGuardia and emphasized that a thorough investigation was underway. A recording from air traffic control, captured by LiveATC.net, indicated that a controller urgently ordered a vehicle to stop before the collision occurred.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) responded by issuing a ground stop notice for all flights at the airport. Meanwhile, the New York City Fire Department responded to the call at 11:38 p.m. regarding the incident on the runway.

LaGuardia Airport Disruptions and Future Updates

LaGuardia Airport, one of the three major commercial airports serving New York City, also faced weather-related flight disruptions earlier in the day. The airport advised passengers to check with their airlines for flight status updates. In 2025, LaGuardia served over 30 million passengers, according to the Port Authority.

Ongoing Investigation and Airport Closure

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As of the latest reports, LaGuardia remains closed to facilitate a response and complete the investigation into the cause of the collision. The incident underscores the potential risks associated with ground operations at major airports and the critical role of safety protocols in ensuring passenger and crew safety.

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