BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — It is unknown if anyone was hurt after a helicopter was on fire near Mojave Monday afternoon.
According to the CHP’s website, an “aircraft emergency” was called on Monday, March 9, 2026, at around 3:21 p.m. for a report of a helicopter “down” on fire on Oak Creek Road and 90th Street West.
CHP Mojave said Oak Creek Road is closed between Koch Street and CalPortland Access Road.
The area is near the Tehachapi Pass wind farm.
The CHP website said the FAA was in contact with KCSO.
This is a developing story.