Leaders of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released a joint statement on Mar. 23 regarding a runway accident that occurred at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. The statement was issued by Chairman Sam Graves, Ranking Member Rick Larsen, Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls, and Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member André Carson.
The incident resulted in the deaths of two pilots and injuries to passengers, crew members, and firefighters. The committee leaders said they are closely monitoring developments related to the accident.
“We are monitoring last night’s tragic runway incident at LaGuardia Airport. We are in touch with the appropriate agencies, including the National Transportation Safety Board, and we anticipate learning more of the facts about what caused this accident as the NTSB’s investigation progresses. We are praying for the families of the two pilots who lost their lives, and our thoughts remain with all of the passengers, crew, and firefighters who are recovering from injuries sustained in the accident,” Graves, Larsen, Nehls, and Carson said.
The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting an investigation into what caused the runway incident. The committee leaders have stated they will continue to follow updates as more information becomes available from investigators.
As details emerge from official sources about what led to this event at LaGuardia Airport, further statements or actions may be expected from congressional committees overseeing transportation safety.
