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Pilot and co-pilot killed after Air Canada jet collision at LaGuardia New York
New York governor Kathy Hochul reacted to the crash on Monday morning, paying tribute to the victims and their families. She also said the airport would remain closed until early afternoon local time.
Hochul wrote on X:
Heartbreaking news out of LaGuardia this morning. Two pilots were killed and dozens injured in this tragedy. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected. The airport will remain closed until 2pm. We’ll continue to share updates as they become available.
