McMinnville airport crash: Reports of helicopter collision in Oregon's Yamhill County; Highway 233 closed

Aircraft crash near McMinnville Airport closes both lanes of Oregon’s Highway 233.

Updated on: Oct 30, 2026, 03:57:36 IST

By Sehjal Gupta

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Fox Oregon reports an aircraft crash near McMinnville Airport has closed Highway 233, about one mile west of Dayton. According to PulsePoint, the crash was reported at 2:09 p.m. on October 29.

Aircraft crash near McMinnville Airport closes both lanes of Oregon’s Highway 233. (Unsplash)

TripCheck said the highway was expected to remain closed for several hours, while ODOT said the closure could be extended.

No word from law enforcement yet, and no injuries have been confirmed. Further details have not been released.

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Sehjal Gupta is a Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times and is part of the US Desk. She covers a wide range of stories from the United States, including politics, sports, entertainment, breaking news, and major global developments. She enjoys working across different beats because every story brings a fresh perspective and an opportunity to explore something different. Before joining Hindustan Times, Sehjal was part of The Times of India, where she headed the International Sports and US Streamers team. She reported on international sports, athlete stories, streamer news, and major developments from around the world. The role gave her the opportunity to work on a diverse range of stories while leading coverage across two evolving news categories. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and believes the experience taught her the importance of staying organised, managing priorities, and adapting to new challenges. Over the years, she has reported on a variety of topics and enjoys taking on stories that keep her curious and encourage her to look beyond the obvious. Expertise: International news, International/US sports, and streamer coverage. Interests: Global affairs, geopolitics, politics, and entertainment. Outside work, Sehjal loves travelling, watching movies, and exploring new places to eat. She enjoys discovering new cultures and believes that some of the best stories and experiences come from stepping outside her comfort zone and exploring unfamiliar places.Read More

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