VAST VIEW Two Helicopters Collide Mid-Air Over Oregon, FAA Investigating
A pair of helicopters slammed into each other in mid-flight over Oregon on Thursday afternoon, prompting a federal investigation into how the collision happened.
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Two helicopters collided in mid-air over Oregon on Thursday afternoon, according to the Federal Aviation Administration, as cited by UPI. The agency confirmed the crash occurred but has not yet released details on the cause, the extent of any injuries, or the condition of those aboard.
Federal investigators are expected to examine the incident further to determine what led the aircraft to collide. UPI reported conflicting location details from officials, with the collision described as happening in the state's northern region, and further updates are expected as authorities piece together what happened.
Sources: UPI Top News
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