On Thursday afternoon, two helicopters collided midair near McMinnville Municipal Airport in Oregon, involving three individuals. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. local time, but did not provide information about injuries or fatalities. The collision prompted the closure of nearby roads, and an investigation is being conducted by the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Key facts
- The collision occurred at 2:15 p.m. local time near McMinnville Municipal Airport.
- One helicopter had one pilot, while the other had two occupants.
- The incident prompted the closure of Oregon Route 233 and nearby county roads.
- Both helicopters were based at McMinnville Airport.
- The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.
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