What Happened
New York Airport Operations Disrupted By Unexpected Closure
A sinkhole discovered near LaGuardia Airport’s Runway 4/22 on May 20, 2026, led to the shutdown of part of the airport’s operations, causing delays and cancellations. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey immediately closed the runway and sent emergency crews to assess and repair the damage. No injuries were reported, but travelers were advised to expect disruptions, particularly with thunderstorms forecast. The incident highlights the vulnerability of tightly constrained airfields like LaGuardia to unexpected events. This incident was first reported by AeroTime.