Private Jet Skids Off Oregon Runway, Ends Up in Coos Bay
All five onboard were rescued with minor injuries, as federal investigations into the incident continue.
- A 2019 Honda HA-420 private jet overshot Runway 23 at Southwest Oregon Regional Airport early Monday morning, landing in Coos Bay.
- Emergency response teams swiftly rescued the pilot and four passengers, all of whom sustained minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital.
- The aircraft was removed from the water by 10 a.m. Monday, and airport operations resumed shortly thereafter.
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have launched investigations into the cause of the runway excursion.
- The incident temporarily disrupted commercial air service, but quick recovery efforts minimized operational impacts at the airport.