Posted on Nov 6, 2023
Class action lawsuit against Alaska Airlines in wake of pilot emergency
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Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air face a class action lawsuit after last month's high-profile incident, when an off-duty pilot attempted to shut off an airplane's engines mid-flight.
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of three passengers aboard that flight in King County Superior Court.
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of three passengers aboard that flight in King County Superior Court.
Class action lawsuit against Alaska Airlines in wake of pilot emergency
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."“Had they done so, he more likely than not would have been denied admission and could not have been in position to nearly kill everyone aboard,” the lawsuit claims.
Alaska Airlines has said its ground and air crews had observed no “signs of impairment that would have led them to prevent Emerson from flying.” It said Friday it is reviewing the lawsuit, and applauded the crew’s actions.
“The pilots and flight attendants operating Flight 2059 responded without hesitation to ensure the safety of all onboard,” Alaska Airlines said in a statement. “We are incredibly proud and grateful for their skilled actions.”...
..."“Had they done so, he more likely than not would have been denied admission and could not have been in position to nearly kill everyone aboard,” the lawsuit claims.
Alaska Airlines has said its ground and air crews had observed no “signs of impairment that would have led them to prevent Emerson from flying.” It said Friday it is reviewing the lawsuit, and applauded the crew’s actions.
“The pilots and flight attendants operating Flight 2059 responded without hesitation to ensure the safety of all onboard,” Alaska Airlines said in a statement. “We are incredibly proud and grateful for their skilled actions.”...
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