Delta Regional Jets Collide on LaGuardia Taxiway, Flight Attendant Sustains Minor Injury

Two Delta Air Lines regional jets collided on the taxiway at New York's LaGuardia Airport in a low-speed incident involving Endeavor Air flights 5155 and 5047. The wing of the departing flight to Roanoke struck the fuselage of the arriving flight from Charlotte, causing substantial damage but no passenger injuries. One flight attendant sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized as a precaution. The collision did not disrupt airport operations, and all passengers were safely evacuated and assisted with accommodations and rebooking. Delta is cooperating with the FAA, NTSB, and Port Authority in an ongoing investigation, emphasizing safety as a top priority. The incident raises concerns about ground handling safety and the need for enhanced taxi protocols at busy airports.