"Uncovering the Mystery: Alaska Airlines' Door Plug Found in Portland Teacher's Backyard"

A missing door plug that blew off an Alaska Airlines flight was found in a Portland backyard by a schoolteacher, potentially aiding the investigation into the midair emergency that caused a hole in the plane. The incident occurred on a new Boeing 737-9 Max, and fortunately, no serious injuries were reported. The plane's design includes an extra emergency exit, which is covered by a door plug for flights not requiring it. The discovery of the missing fuselage piece and recovered passenger cellphones may provide crucial insights for the ongoing investigation by the NTSB.