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NTSB: LaGuardia Fire Truck Lacked Key Tech Needed to Trigger Runway Alert

  Fire truck in LaGuardia crash lacked equipment needed to trigger runway warning system, NTSB says. A preliminary investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has revealed that the fire truck involved in last week’s collision with a JetBlue aircraft at New York’s LaGuardia Airport was not equipped with the technology required to activate the airport’s runway warning system. According to investigators, the truck entered an active runway moments before the aircraft began its takeoff roll. LaGuardia’s safety system is designed to alert air traffic controllers when ground vehicles breach restricted zones—but only if those vehicles carry the necessary transponders. The fire truck in question did not. The NTSB emphasized that the absence of this equipment prevented the system from issuing an automatic alert that could have warned controllers and flight crews earlier. While the JetBlue plane sustained damage, no serious injuries were reported. The agency is contin...
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EU Prepares for Potential Trade Retaliation Against US Tariffs

The European Union has announced its readiness to counteract U.S. tariffs with a robust plan, should the need arise. Speaking to the European Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, emphasized the EU's preference for a negotiated solution but affirmed its preparedness to protect its interests, citizens, and businesses if necessary.

The U.S. administration, under President Donald Trump, has recently imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, with additional duties on cars expected soon. Von der Leyen criticized these measures, highlighting their potential to fuel inflation and increase costs for American industries. She also underscored the importance of diversifying trade and removing internal barriers within the EU's single market to strengthen its economic resilience.

While the EU remains open to dialogue, von der Leyen assured lawmakers that all necessary instruments are on the table to respond decisively if required. The bloc's strategy reflects its commitment to safeguarding its economic stability and maintaining a balanced global trade environment.

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