Logan Adjusts Service After LaGuardia Incident
Seven Boston-LaGuardia flights canceled after deadly runway collision closed New York airport
Logan Cancels 7 Flights After LaGuardia Crash
Travelers heading from Boston to New York faced major disruptions Monday morning as at least seven Logan Airport flights to LaGuardia were canceled following a deadly runway collision. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered LaGuardia closed until at least 2 p.m. Monday after an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck Sunday night, killing two people. According to Massport's flight tracker, the cancellations affected departures scheduled between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Fatal Collision Grounds Major Airport
The incident occurred Sunday night when the Air Canada regional jet collided with a fire truck on a LaGuardia runway during landing. Two people identified as the pilot and copilot were killed in the collision, officials said. Approximately 40 passengers and crew members were rushed to area hospitals, with some suffering serious injuries, though most have since been released. The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA launched investigations into the crash. LaGuardia, located in Queens, serves as a critical hub connecting Boston and New York, with dozens of daily flights between the cities.
Multiple Airlines Affected by Closure
Massport's flight tracker showed at least seven Boston-to-LaGuardia departures canceled during the Monday morning travel period. The FAA's closure order remained in effect through at least 2 p.m. Monday, though officials didn't specify when normal operations would resume. One American Airlines flight from Boston to LaGuardia was listed as active with an 11 a.m. departure time, but the airport closure meant the flight couldn't land at its destination. Transit officials didn't immediately provide details on how many total passengers were affected by the cancellations or what rebooking options airlines were offering.
De-Icing Adds to Logan Delays
Beyond the LaGuardia-bound cancellations, Logan Airport experienced additional delays Monday morning due to aircraft de-icing operations, according to Massport. Officials didn't specify how many flights were delayed or how long the de-icing procedures extended departure times. The combination of cancellations and weather-related delays created compounded disruptions for travelers during the busy Monday morning travel period.
Travelers Face Uncertain Rebooking
Passengers affected by the cancellations faced uncertainty about when LaGuardia would reopen and when they'd reach New York. Airlines typically rebook passengers on the next available flight, but officials didn't say whether travelers were being routed through alternative airports or held for later LaGuardia departures. The investigation into the fatal collision could affect LaGuardia operations beyond the initial closure period. Travelers can check Moovit for real-time updates on ground transportation options at both Logan and alternative New York-area airports.
