00:03At approximately 11.40 last night, Air Canada Flight 8646, operated by Jazz, collided with
00:11the Port Authority aircraft rescue and firefighter vehicle on Runway 4. The plane carried 72
00:19passengers and four crew. The ARFF vehicle carried two officers. In accordance with our
00:28emergency plan, our mutual aid partners, FDNY and NYPD immediately responded.
00:37Initial numbers indicate that 41 passengers and crew were transported to the hospital as
00:45well as the ARFF officers. At this time, we understand that 32 have been released, but
00:52there are also serious injuries. Sadly, the two pilots are confirmed deceased and
00:58notifications are being made by Air Canada's care team at this time.
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