Air Canada Flight Collides with Ground Vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport

The New York Police Department confirmed the collision but could not immediately provide additional information.

The incident prompted aviation authorities to halt operations at the busy airport, raising concerns about possible disruption to flight schedules.

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initially issued a ground stop for all flights to and from LaGuardia, which will remain in effect until 05:30 GMT local time, according to an official announcement.

The FAA said the stop was due to an emergency but did not immediately provide details on the nature or severity of the incident. The notification also suggested a “high probability” that the ground stop could be extended depending on developments.

In a separate notice to airmen, the FAA said the airport could remain closed until 18:00 GMT, signaling the possibility of extended outages at one of New York City’s major aviation hubs.

Details regarding the extent of damage or any injuries were not immediately available. However, unverified videos circulating on social media revealed visible damage to the nose of the plane.

Emergency response teams were expected to be deployed as part of standard protocol following such incidents, but no official confirmation had been issued at the time of reporting. The situation at the airport remained stable as authorities likely assessed security conditions before allowing operations to continue.

Air Canada, the FAA and the New York Fire Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment, leaving aspects of the incident unclear.

LaGuardia Airport, a major domestic gateway serving New York City, frequently handles high volumes of air traffic, making any disruption significant for airlines and passengers alike. Aviation experts note that although incidents on the ground are relatively rare, they can cause cascading delays in the wider air traffic network.

Further updates are expected as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and assess the operational impact on airport services.