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Sinkhole Forces Runway Shutdown and Flight Disruptions at LaGuardia Airport

Sinkhole Forces Runway Shutdown and Flight Disruptions at LaGuardia Airport
Image: NTSB Investigator-in-Charge Dan Bower documenting damaged section of Delta flight 1086 that skidded of the runway at LaGuardia Airport. by NTSBgov via flickr, pdm

A significant sinkhole discovered near LaGuardia Airport in New York has resulted in the closure of one of its runways, specifically runway 4/22. This development has impacted the airport’s operations, necessitating the temporary suspension of activities on the affected runway.

The shutdown of runway 4/22 has led to widespread disruptions for flights arriving and departing from LaGuardia Airport. Hundreds of flights have experienced delays or cancellations, affecting multiple routes served by the airport. Travelers utilizing LaGuardia should be prepared for potential scheduling changes resulting from this runway closure.