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military conflicts Mar 19, 2026, 6:51 PM
Close call exposes risks between Alaska Airlines and FedEx planes at Newark airport - An incident occurred at Newark Liberty International Airport involving an Alaska Airlines 737 and a FedEx cargo plane.
- Air traffic control instructed the Alaska Airlines flight to go around just above 150 feet as the FedEx plane was landing.
- Federal aviation officials are now investigating the close call to ensure future safety at the airport.
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society Feb 5, 2026, 10:42 PM
Man sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting teenager on Alaska Airlines flight - In January 2025, Trayton Ballot sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl on an Alaska Airlines flight.
- The victim reported the incident, leading to Ballot's immediate arrest upon landing.
- Ballot was sentenced to one and a half years in prison, highlighting the ongoing issue of sexual assaults on flights.
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business Jan 13, 2026, 7:26 PM
Alaska Airlines shows renewed faith in Boeing after safety incident - Alaska Airlines has introduced its first-ever branded widebody aircraft, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
- This unveiling coincides with Alaska's largest-ever aircraft order from Boeing, totaling 110 planes.
- The deal is viewed as a significant vote of confidence in Boeing following past safety concerns, as Alaska aims to expand its international operations.
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society Dec 17, 2025, 9:22 PM
Passenger attempts to open airplane door mid-flight, causing chaos - Kassian William Fredericks allegedly attempted to open the rear cabin door mid-flight, causing panic among passengers.
- Witnesses reported Fredericks's erratic behavior, including hallucinations and fears of imminent danger.
- He has since been charged with interference with the flight crew and banned from Alaska Airlines.
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business Dec 11, 2025, 2:06 PM
Alaska Airlines introduces first transatlantic flight from Seattle to London - Alaska Airlines has launched ticket sales for its first transatlantic route from Seattle to London, with flights beginning on May 21, 2026.
- One-way fares will start at $699, with a flight time of about nine hours and 20 minutes to London.
- This marks a historic move for Alaska Airlines as they compete with established carriers in the international market.
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society Dec 10, 2025, 8:05 AM
Pilot sentenced after trying to shut down engines mid-flight - Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down the engines of a Horizon Air flight while under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms.
- The flight crew responded quickly, restraining Emerson and ensuring the safety of passengers before landing in Portland.
- Following the incident, Emerson was sentenced to probation, community service, and required to pay restitution, highlighting concerns about pilot safety and accountability.
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politics Nov 17, 2025, 5:54 AM
Pilot attempts to cut plane engines midair due to mental health crisis - Joseph Emerson, a former Alaska Airlines pilot, attempted to turn off the engines of a Horizon Air flight in October 2023 due to a mental health crisis.
- He was charged with interfering with a flight crew after the flight crew responded heroically to prevent disaster.
- The incident sparked discussions about pilot mental health and cockpit safety measures.
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