"Pilot's Mental Breakdown Exposes FAA's Oversight Issues"

Air traffic audio and flight data reveal that an off-duty pilot, Joseph D. Emerson, attempted to shut down the engines of a Horizon Air flight while flying over Oregon. The incident occurred when Emerson suddenly threw his headset and declared that he was not okay. He then tried to shut off the fuel supply to the engines, but was restrained by the other pilots. The plane was diverted to Portland, where Emerson was arrested. He has been charged with attempted murder, reckless endangerment, and interfering with flight crew members and attendants. Emerson claimed he thought he was dreaming and had not slept for 40 hours, having taken psychedelic mushrooms two days prior to the flight.