Three killed in Oregon helicopter collision; third victim identified

Two helicopters collided near McMinnville, Oregon, on October 29, killing all three occupants. The third victim was later identified as British aviation student Christopher James Joughin; investigators have not determined the cause.

• The crash involved a Robinson R22 and an Airbus helicopter near McMinnville; all three people aboard died.· 2 sources
• The victims were flight instructor Maddie Aasbo, student pilot Christopher James Joughin, and Airbus occupant Tyler Delane Sturdevant.· 2 sources
• The cause remains unclear; the FAA is examining radio frequencies and the NTSB is investigating.· 1 source