Air Canada passenger describes ‘huge boom’ before LaGuardia plane crash

24 Mar 2026 • 5:42 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on a runway at LaGuardia Airport in New York City on Sunday night (22 March).
  • The incident resulted in the deaths of both pilots and left dozens of passengers injured.
  • A passenger, Rebecca Liquori, described the collision as beginning with a 'huge boom' that jolted those on board.
  • Liquori expressed profound gratitude for surviving, stating she was thankful to be able to return home to her sons.
  • The collision caused significant travel disruption and chaos at the airport.

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