A tragic plane crash in Fairview, Oregon, on Saturday morning has left three people dead and multiple homes destroyed. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. when a twin-engine Cessna 421C crashed into a row of townhouses near Troutdale Airport, just east of Portland. The crash ignited a fire that quickly spread through the homes, displacing several families and causing widespread destruction.
Gresham Fire Chief Scott Lewis reported that four homes were severely damaged by the fire, leaving up to six families without shelter. Two individuals were treated at the scene for injuries, although the severity of those injuries has not been disclosed. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identified the aircraft and confirmed that two people were on board at the time of the crash. Authorities initially reported that one resident was unaccounted for, but it was later confirmed that three people had died.
As the plane went down, it struck a utility pole and power lines, sparking a brush fire in a nearby field. The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office described the aftermath as chaotic, with the plane breaking apart and debris scattering across the neighborhood.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is conducting an investigation into the crash, with two investigators on the scene to gather evidence and determine the cause. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
The crash occurred near Troutdale Airport, a facility managed by the Port of Portland and used primarily for flight training and recreational aviation. The incident has shaken the small community of Fairview, which has a population of about 10,000, as residents come to terms with the loss and devastation caused by the crash.
