Passenger tries to open plane door mid-flight
A man hallucinating and 'needing air' tried to open an Alaska Airlines cabin door at 18,000 feet. Read the full details of the alarming mid-air incident.
Category : Search result: Alaska Airlines incident
Passenger tries to open plane door mid-flight over Alaska
A man on an Alaska Airlines flight attempted to open the cabin door at 18,000 feet while hallucinating. Read the full story of the in-flight chaos and the legal consequences.
Virgin's Month-Long Alaska Cruise Pass On Sale
Virgin Voyages launches a 30-day Alaska season pass for 2026, including cabin, excursions, and perks from £19,575. Explore glaciers and wildlife on the adult-only Brilliant Lady.
6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Alaska
A significant 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Anchorage, Alaska, on Thanksgiving morning. No casualties or tsunami warning reported. Stay informed for updates.
Europe's Best Airlines: Turkish Airlines Tops Rankings
The World Airline Awards reveal Europe's best carriers. Turkish Airlines takes top spot, British Airways ranks 4th, but easyJet and Ryanair fail to make the top 10. Discover the full list.
Pilot who tried to cut engines walks free from court
Ex-Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson sentenced after attempting to cut engines on a Horizon Air flight. Crew heroics and mental health crisis revealed. Read the full story.
Alaska Airlines Pilot Gets Light Sentence for Mid-Flight Incident
Joseph Emerson, the Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to cut off a plane's engine mid-flight, has been sentenced to time served. Discover the full story behind this shocking aviation incident.
Pilot who tried to cut plane's engines sentenced
Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson sentenced for trying to cut engines mid-flight. Judge cites mental health, sentences time served. Read the full story.
Alaska Airlines emergency landing after window blows out
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX was forced into an emergency landing in Portland after a window panel dramatically detached at 16,000 feet, causing rapid decompression.
Alaska Governor rescues fishermen in Bering Sea emergency
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy turns rescuer during dangerous Bering Sea mission, helping save four fishermen from treacherous waters near Bethel in extraordinary emergency operation.
Airlines feed federal staff during US shutdown
As the US government shutdown continues, federal employees are receiving unexpected support from major airlines providing free meals and snacks to affected workers.
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Alaska Near Anchorage
A substantial 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Anchorage, Alaska, causing widespread shaking across the region. The tremor occurred at 3:16pm local time, with residents reporting significant ground movement.
Alaska Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning
A powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Anchorage, Alaska, triggering immediate tsunami warnings and sending shockwaves through the community. Emergency services remain on high alert.
Typhoon reveals ancient Alaskan archaeological treasures
In an extraordinary twist of nature, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok have revealed a significant archaeological discovery on Alaska's western coast, unearthing artefacts that had remained hidden for generations.
Greek flight diverted to Baghdad after Iran airspace ban
An Aegean Airlines flight from Athens to Erbil was unexpectedly diverted to Baghdad after being denied entry to Iranian airspace, leaving passengers stranded for hours in a dramatic travel disruption.
FAA launches new Boeing probe after Alaska Airlines incident
US aviation regulators launch new safety probe into Boeing manufacturing processes following dramatic Alaska Airlines incident, raising fresh concerns about 737 MAX quality control.
EU Lifts 4-Year Ban on Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines cleared to resume European flights after major safety overhaul following 2020 grounding over pilot licence scandal.
Alaska Airlines IT outage sparks mass flight cancellations
A major technical outage at Alaska Airlines caused significant disruption across the US, grounding flights and leaving passengers stranded as systems went offline.
Trump's Alaska road plan threatens wildlife refuge
Former President Donald Trump's proposal to construct a road through Alaska's Izembek National Wildlife Refuge sparks environmental concerns and legal battles over protected wilderness areas.
UK's Most Reliable Airline 2025 Revealed
New aviation study uncovers the UK's top-performing airline for punctuality and reliability in 2025, with surprising results that challenge premium carrier dominance.
Alaska Airlines IT outage grounds flights nationwide
A major IT system failure at Alaska Airlines caused significant flight disruptions, grounding services and leaving passengers stranded across multiple airports.
Alaska Airlines IT outage sparks major flight delays
A major IT system failure at Alaska Airlines caused significant disruption across the US, grounding flights and leaving passengers stranded at airports nationwide.
Alaska Airlines system failure grounds flights nationwide
Major travel disruption hits Alaska Airlines as system-wide technical failure grounds flights, leaving thousands of passengers stranded across multiple US airports.
Alaska Airlines emergency ground stop after US system outage
A catastrophic computer system failure across the United States has triggered an emergency ground stop for Alaska Airlines, causing widespread travel disruption and leaving passengers stranded at airports nationwide.
Australian PM's plane makes emergency landing in US
Anthony Albanese's official aircraft makes unscheduled stop in Alaska following serious medical incident involving crew member during Pacific crossing.
Super Typhoon Halong wreaks havoc in Alaska
The remote Alaskan community of Kipnuk faces devastation after Super Typhoon Halong unleashed catastrophic damage, flooding homes and destroying critical infrastructure in a rare tropical assault on the state.
Alaska family films typhoon destroying their home
Shocking footage captures the dramatic destruction of an Alaskan family's house as Typhoon Merbok's 90mph winds rip through their community in Nome.
Rex Airlines secretly owned by American company
Shocking revelation as Australian regional airline Rex turns out to be American-owned, with documents showing ultimate control lies with US-based firm PAGAC III - raising questions about foreign influence in Australia's aviation sector.
Alaska's typhoon crisis: Recovery begins after historic storm
As Alaska confronts the aftermath of Typhoon Haikui, communities face monumental challenges with widespread power outages, damaged infrastructure, and a recovery effort complicated by the state's unique geography and climate.
United Airlines pilot medical emergency forces plane to land
A United Airlines flight from Vegas to Virginia made an urgent emergency landing after the pilot suffered a serious medical emergency mid-flight, with passengers praising the calm response of cabin crew.
Page 1 of 4