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Accident quick facts
Accident date
2026-08-31
Local time
11:30
Location
near Hood River, Oregon
Aircraft
Mooney M20C
People on board
2
Reported injuries
2 fatalities
Report status
Investigation Ongoing
What happened
On August 31, 2026, a Mooney M20C small plane crashed near Hood River, Oregon at approximately 11:30 a.m. local time. The crash resulted in two fatalities.
Aircraft and flight information
The aircraft involved was a Mooney M20C. Details about the flight’s origin and destination have not been released. Two people were onboard the aircraft at the time of the crash.
Emergency response
Local emergency responders arrived at the crash site. Unfortunately, both occupants were killed in the accident.
Investigation status
The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have confirmed they are investigating the accident. The NTSB is leading the investigation and will provide further updates as they become available.
What officials and reports have confirmed
A Mooney M20C crashed near Hood River, Oregon on August 31, 2026, around 11:30 a.m. local time. [1]
Two people were onboard and both were killed in the crash. [1]
Accident and investigation timeline
2026-08-31 11:30 local: Mooney M20C crashed near Hood River, Oregon, killing two onboard [1]
What remains unknown
Exact cause of the crash
Tail number and operator details
Flight origin and destination
Investigating agencies: Federal Aviation Administration, National Transportation Safety Board.
