Horror Crash at LaGuardia: Firetruck and Jet Collide, Two Dead
Disaster struck LaGuardia Airport last night as Jazz Airlines Flight 646, a Canadair Regional Jet CRJ-900, smashed into a firetruck on the runway. The tragic collision killed two people instantly and left at least 70 others injured in chaos.
Firetruck Racing to Emergency Hits Jet Head-On
The firetruck was rushing across runway 04 to reach a reported emergency. United Airlines Flight 2384, a Boeing 737 Max, had aborted two takeoffs and declared an emergency due to a strange smell inside its cabin. Fire crews were called in to assist promptly.
Emergency Response Turns Catastrophic
Tragically, as the firetruck sped toward the United flight, it collided head-on with the Jazz Airlines CRJ-900. The crash triggered mass panic and severe injuries. Emergency teams rushed to the scene to help the wounded and regain control.
Official Statement and Flight Details
A Jazz Aviation spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating: “Jazz Aviation LP, operating as Air Canada Express, confirms that an incident involving flight AC8646 operated by a CRJ900 has occurred at LaGuardia.”
Flight 8646 was inbound from Montréal (YUL), carrying 72 passengers and 4 crew members. The crash happened just before midnight on March 22, 2026. Investigations and rescue efforts continue as more details emerge.
