Two young individuals sustained injuries following a shooting that erupted during an unrestrained party held at a distinctive residence constructed from a decommissioned Boeing 727 jet. The unusual dwelling is situated in the woods of rural Hillsboro, Oregon.

Chaos at the Converted Aircraft Venue

Police were dispatched to the location around midnight on Sunday after receiving reports of multiple gunshots being fired. Over 200 teenagers were reportedly attending the gathering and consuming alcohol inside the converted aircraft.

Victims and Detainees Identified

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that both victims are minors and are expected to recover. Authorities did not disclose their precise ages or whether they were the intended targets of the gunfire.

Following the incident, law enforcement detained two teenagers, aged 16 and 17, in connection with the shooting.

The Owner's Reaction to the Disturbance

The unique property is owned by retired engineer Bruce Campbell, who confirmed he was traveling in Japan when the event took place. Campbell stated that he rents out the plane-turned-home for various functions, including concerts, either free of charge or for a donation.

However, Campbell strictly prohibits both alcohol and firearms on the premises. He expressed deep distress over the situation, telling KOIN, “Nobody wants this. My guess is that most of the kids don’t want it either. It’s a gut punch. It’s horrible.”

History and Neighborhood Concerns

The Boeing 727 was converted into a residence in 2004 and has long served as a local attraction. Recently, however, some neighbors have voiced increasing frustration, noting the property has been “growing into a big nuisance.”

Neighbor Jeffrey Penhell commented to KOIN that while it was once a source of joy to show off the airplane, “now it’s kind of getting tired.”

Campbell's Vision for Aircraft Reuse

Mr. Campbell originally purchased the plane in 1999 from a salvage company for $100,000, inspired by images of an aircraft boneyard in the Arizona desert. He had the aircraft flown from Greece to Oregon before transporting it in sections to its current location for reassembly.

In a 2022 statement, Campbell estimated his monthly living expenses on the plane, including $220 in property taxes, to be only $370. He maintains a long-term vision for such structures, stating, “I think there will come a day on planet Earth when we don’t destroy any jetliners ever again, when they’re all utilized as homes or small businesses or emergency provision shelters.”