The deadly collision between an Air Canada flight and a Port Authority fire truck is bringing new scrutiny to the unique challenges posed by LaGuardia Airport’s busy airspace and relatively short runways, nearly surrounded by water. While federal data shows these kinds of crashes are rare, aviation industry experts say the layout and density of the nearly century-old Queens facility leaves both pilots and air traffic controllers little room for error. In fact, pilots have complained for years about navigating the airport’s dark and winding taxiways and confusing signage, according to a Newsday review of public aviation safety records. Link in bio to read more about what Newsday found. (Photo credit: James Carbone) . . . #longisland #longislandny #lga