2 LaGuardia Air Traffic Controllers Left Work Early Before Deadly Collision, Government Source Says
Updated on: August 27, 2026 / 11:26 PM EDT / CBS New York
TL;DR
- Two air traffic controllers at LaGuardia Airport left work early on the night of a deadly runway collision.
- The FAA is pursuing termination of these controllers for alleged timecard fraud.
- An Air Canada Express plane collided with a fire truck on the runway on March 22, killing two pilots.
- The NTSB is investigating staffing and has concerns about controller fatigue.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated the FAA will act against those who commit fraud and disrupt air travel.
- The air traffic controllers union is in discussions with FAA leadership.
- Questions have been raised about oversight by supervisors and managers on duty.