Two Helicopters Collide Near Oregon Airport, Investigation Underway
A midair collision involving two helicopters near McMinnville Municipal Airport resulted in an investigation by the NTSB.
A Robinson R22 helicopter and an Airbus H125 collided in midair Thursday afternoon near McMinnville Municipal Airport in Oregon, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. local time.
The R22 helicopter had one pilot on board, while the H125 carried two individuals. Authorities have not yet released information regarding any injuries or fatalities.
Emergency responders, including police, firefighters, and medical personnel, were dispatched to the scene. The Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office stated that roadways around the crash site were closed and urged the public to avoid the area.
A witness reported seeing the two aircraft collide and fall to the ground just outside the airport's perimeter. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash.