Planes Collide on Los Angeles International Airport Tarmac

Fresno Visalia, CA, October 6, 2026 — Two commercial aircraft, one belonging to Delta Air Lines and another operated by Air Canada, were involved in a collision on the tarmac at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Tuesday morning. The incident occurred as the planes were maneuvering on the ground.

Details surrounding the precise cause and the sequence of events leading to the collision were not immediately available. The Los Angeles Police Department and airport authorities were reportedly on the scene following the incident. Information regarding any potential injuries to passengers or crew aboard either aircraft has not been disclosed at this time.

The extent of the damage to both the Delta and Air Canada planes is also currently unknown. Airport operations at LAX may have been affected by the incident, but specific details on delays or diversions were not provided.

The NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) is typically involved in investigating such aviation incidents. However, the extent of their involvement or any preliminary findings have not been released. Further information is expected to become available as investigations commence and official statements are issued by the involved airlines and airport officials.

The specific time of the collision on Tuesday morning was not detailed. Investigations will likely focus on ground movement protocols, air traffic control communication, and the operational status of the aircraft involved.

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