Small Plane Skids off Runway in Oregon

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A small private plane skidded off a runway at an Oregon airport and into the nearby bay, resulting in the rescue of five people. The incident caused the suspension of commercial air service for a short period.

Key Points

  • Small private plane skidded off Runway 23 at Southwest Oregon Regional Airport.
  • Five people were rescued and transported to a local hospital.
  • NTSB authorized a salvage company to remove the plane from the water for investigation.

Pros

  • Quick emergency response led to the successful rescue of the pilot and passengers.
  • The incident did not result in any fatalities.

Cons

  • The plane skidding off the runway caused disruption to commercial air service for a brief period.