Port Authority

The Port Authority is a bi-state agency that operates infrastructure, including airports, in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area. It is newsworthy due to a recent incident at LaGuardia Airport involving one of its fire trucks. On March 22, 2026, an Air Canada Express jet collided with a Port Authority aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle on the runway while landing. The collision resulted in the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot of the Air Canada plane, and injuries to several passengers and firefighters. The incident led to the temporary closure of LaGuardia Airport and is currently under investigation by the NTSB. The investigation is focusing on factors such as air traffic controller actions, the fire truck's equipment, and potential distractions. The Port Authority's role in airport operations and the circumstances surrounding the collision make it a central focus of the ongoing investigation and media coverage.