Alaska Airlines

Man Stabs Fellow Passenger on Alaska Airlines Flight, ‘Blood Everywhere’

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A recent Alaska Airlines flight from Seattle to Las Vegas on January 24, 2024, was the scene of a violent incident. A passenger, identified as Julio Alvarez Lopez, reportedly fashioned a makeshift weapon and attacked another passenger, claiming he was being pursued by the mafia. Lopez’s behavior during the flight was described as erratic. He was seen frequently putting on and removing gloves, and spending extended periods in the restroom during the plane’s initial descent. …

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Airplane’s Panel Blowout Mid-Flight Forces Emergency Landing

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Portland, Oregon – On Friday, an Alaska Airlines Flight bound for Ontario, California, had to make an emergency landing in Portland International Airport after the crew reported a pressurization issue. It was reported that a section of the fuselage, including a window, blew out shortly after takeoff. No serious injuries were reported. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered all Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft to be grounded until comprehensive inspections are completed. …

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VIDEO: Alaska Airlines plane loses part of engine

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Alaska Airlines flight turns back, makes emergency landing as engine cover rips off – NBC News Alaska Airlines flight from Seattle to San Diego was forced to turn around and make an emergency landing just after takeoff Monday, the airline said, after the engines cowling detached. Dramatic videos shared on social media showed an engine cover, or cowling, flying off while the plane appeared to land. The poster for the video, which has not been …

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