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LaGuardia Airport experiencing severe delays amid ongoing runway inspections after sinkhole reported

Engineering crews are actively inspecting the runways, resulting in the continued closure of Runway 4/22, according to the statement.

News 12 Staff

May 22, 2026, 6:41 PM

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LaGuardia Airport is experiencing severe delays due to runway inspections days after a sinkhole was reported on Runway 4/22.

Engineering crews are actively inspecting the runways, resulting in the continued closure of Runway 4/22.

Authorities say that the runway is expected to reopen once repairs are completed by 6 a.m. Saturday.

Travelers are encouraged to check with their airline for the status of their flights, as schedules could be impacted by the runway closure.

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