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US safety agency says tracking system failed at LaGuardia jet collision

A critical safety system did not alert during a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport. An Air Canada jet crashed into a firetruck, killing two pilots. The firetruck lacked a transponder, a device that helps track vehicles. The investigation is examining controller workload and staffing. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about runway safety.

25 Mar 2026 6:34 am