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Former 'DWTS' Pro Recovering After LaGuardia Plane Crash
Charlotte Jørgensen describes physical and mental struggles following the incident.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:51am
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Former 'Dancing with the Stars' pro Charlotte Jørgensen was a passenger on the Air Canada flight that crashed into a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport in New York last week. The Danish dancer has detailed the harrowing experience of surviving the incident.
Why it matters
The LaGuardia Airport plane crash has raised concerns about airport safety and the mental and physical toll on survivors of such traumatic events. As a high-profile TV personality, Jørgensen's account sheds light on the challenges faced by those involved in major transportation accidents.
The details
Jørgensen, a former professional dancer on the hit TV show 'Dancing with the Stars', was aboard the Air Canada flight that crashed into a Port Authority vehicle while landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York. The incident resulted in several injuries among passengers and crew.
- The plane crash occurred on March 24, 2026.
The players
Charlotte Jørgensen
A former professional dancer on the TV show 'Dancing with the Stars'.
Air Canada
The airline operating the flight that crashed at LaGuardia Airport.
Port Authority
The agency responsible for managing and operating LaGuardia Airport.
What they’re saying
“I'm struggling physically and mentally after the crash. It was a traumatic experience that I'm still trying to process.”
— Charlotte Jørgensen, Former 'Dancing with the Stars' Pro
The takeaway
The LaGuardia Airport plane crash has highlighted the need for continued improvements in airport safety and the importance of providing comprehensive support for survivors of such traumatic events, both physically and mentally.
