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On Night of Deadly Air Canada Crash, Two LaGuardia Controllers Left Early

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Air Canada category. Published on August 27, 2026 • Originally reported by Karoun Demirjian. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The two controllers are among a dozen that the Federal Aviation Administration has taken steps to fire as part of an inquiry into timecard fraud, according to people familiar with the matter.
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