Sinkhole shuts down runway at LaGuardia International Airport
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Key Points:
- A sinkhole discovered near Runway 4/22 at LaGuardia International Airport in New York City led to the immediate closure of the runway, causing flight cancellations and delays.
- Emergency construction and engineering crews are working on repairs, with the runway expected to reopen before Friday, though the timeline may change based on repair progress and inspections.
- The Federal Aviation Administration is slowing flights into LaGuardia due to the sinkhole and weather conditions, with the region under a severe thunderstorm watch, further impacting flight operations.
- As of Wednesday afternoon, the airport experienced 197 cancellations and 168 delays, with departing flights delayed by an average of 98 minutes.
- The Port Authority advises travelers to check with their airlines for the latest flight status due to ongoing delays and potential cancellations.