Delta Jets Collide at LaGuardia; Flight Attendant Injured
BREAKING: Two Delta Air Lines regional jets were involved in a low-speed collision on the taxiway at LaGuardia Airport in New York just moments ago, resulting in injuries to a flight attendant. The incident occurred Wednesday night as one aircraft was preparing for takeoff to Roanoke, Virginia, while another was arriving from Charlotte, North Carolina.
According to Delta’s official statement, the collision involved a wing of the departing jet striking the fuselage of the incoming plane. Air traffic control audio captured a pilot reporting that the wing clipped the nose of the arriving aircraft, damaging crucial cockpit screens.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has confirmed that the injured flight attendant was promptly transported to a hospital. Fortunately, officials report that the injuries are not life-threatening.
This incident raises concerns about safety protocols at one of the busiest airports in the United States. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, and further updates are anticipated shortly.
As this story develops, we will continue to provide updates on the condition of the injured flight attendant and the operational status of LaGuardia Airport. Stay tuned for the latest information as it becomes available.
