Air Canada Provides Update on Air Canada Express Flight AC8646

Executive Summary

• A Jazz Aviation Mitsubishi CRJ‑900 operating as Air Canada Express Flight AC8646 crashed on landing at New York LaGuardia on March 22, 2026.
• The pilot and first officer were confirmed dead; the total number of passenger injuries or additional fatalities is still unknown.
• Air Canada and Jazz are cooperating with Canadian and U.S. transportation safety boards while providing ongoing updates to families and the public.

Key Details

• Aircraft & Flight: Mitsubishi CRJ‑900, tail‑number not disclosed, operating as Air Canada Express Flight AC8646; originated from Montréal.
• Date & Time of Accident: March 22, 2026 at approximately 11:30 p.m. local time.
• Location: Landing attempt at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
• Occupants: Approximately 72 passengers and four crew members (subject to confirmation).
• Fatalities Confirmed: Pilot and first officer killed; no confirmation yet on passenger or additional crew fatalities.
• Injuries: Emergency services treating injured passengers on‑site; some transported to local hospitals; exact injury count pending.
• Investigation: Air Canada and Jazz Aviation are cooperating with the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) and the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
• Family Assistance: A dedicated phone line (1‑800‑961‑7099) provided for families seeking passenger information.
• Company Statements: Air Canada expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased crew members and indicated that further updates will be issued as more information becomes available.

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