Two Helicopters Collide Near Oregon Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed a mid-air collision involving two helicopters near McMinnville Municipal Airport on Thursday.
Two helicopters collided in mid-air Thursday afternoon near McMinnville Municipal Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed. The incident occurred around 2:14 p.m. local time.
One of the aircraft involved was a Robinson R22 helicopter carrying a single pilot, while the other was an Airbus H125 with two people on board. Information regarding the conditions of those aboard either helicopter was not immediately available.
Local law enforcement, fire, and medical responders were on the scene. Roads around the crash site have been closed. The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office stated it is coordinating with the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), both of which are expected to investigate the collision. The NTSB will lead the investigation.
