Two Delta Planes Collide at LaGuardia Airport, One Injury Reported

LaGuardia Airport Collision

• 💥 Two Delta planes, Endeavor Airflight 5047 and Endeavor Airflight 5155, were involved in a low-speed collision on the tarmac at LaGuardia Airport.
• 🌃 The incident occurred around 10:00 p.m. when the arriving flight from Charlotte was taxiing to its gate and was struck by a departing CRJT type aircraft.
• 😨 Passengers described a chaotic scene with shouting and fear immediately following the impact.

Evacuation and Injuries

• ✈️ Passengers were eventually evacuated from the aircraft following the collision.
• 🤕 One injury was reported, believed to be a flight attendant, who was taken to a hospital.
• 🛠️ Both aircraft sustained damage, with one plane losing a wing and experiencing extensive damage to its windshield and nose.

Airline Response and Investigation

• 🏨 Delta, the parent company of Endeavor Air, stated they would provide hotel accommodations and food for affected passengers and rebook them on new flights.
• 🔍 Delta is investigating the incident, emphasizing that safety is their top priority.
• ⚠️ The planes were reportedly moving at a slow speed, but the investigation will examine the circumstances on the active runway and taxiway.

Flight Disruptions

• ⏱️ Fortunately, the collision has not caused significant disruptions to other flights at LaGuardia Airport this morning.
• ✈️ The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers on airport tarmacs and runways.