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“I Messed Up”: Audio Reveals Air Traffic Controllers’ Reaction After Plane-Fire Truck Collision at LaGuardia

Published March 23, 2026, 09:17
“I Messed Up”: Audio Reveals Air Traffic Controllers’ Reaction After Plane-Fire Truck Collision at LaGuardia

An audio document from air traffic controller communications reveals their reactions after the collision of an Air Canada Express aircraft with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York. One controller states, “That wasn’t good,” while another admits, “I messed up,” acknowledging a possible error in managing the emergency situation. The collision had tragic consequences, with the deaths of both pilots and the injury of 13 people. The airport remained closed for several hours, causing flight cancellations and delays. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.