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LaGuardia Crash and FAA Controller Probe | New York City News
A deadly crash at LaGuardia Airport in July 2026 sent shockwaves through aviation — an Air Canada Express flight slammed into a fire truck, killing both pilots and injuring passengers. Now, the FAA is targeting two air traffic controllers for allegedly leaving early, amid a broader probe into timecard fraud — though experts say no direct link to the crash has been proven. Meanwhile, the NTSB’s investigation drags on, while DOT plans major upgrades for LaGuardia, including new radar and displays. With a historic hiring surge of over 2,000 controllers in 2026, the FAA is inching toward solving…
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