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aviation2 years ago•3 min saved

"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.

via OregonLive|

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aviation2 years ago•7 min saved

Off-duty pilot's psychedelic trip raises concerns about mental health in the cockpit

An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph D. Emerson, has been accused of attempting to disable the plane's engines mid-flight. Court documents reveal that Emerson claimed to have taken "magic mushrooms" 48 hours before the incident and believed he was dreaming. The quick actions of the flight crew prevented the engines from failing completely. Emerson has been charged with interfering with a flight crew and faces numerous state charges. Experts suggest that the lingering effects of psilocybin, combined with depression and sleep deprivation, may have contributed to his behavior. Authorities believe the incident was a result of a mental health episode rather than terrorism.

via CNN|

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aviation2 years ago•2 min saved

Alaska Flight 2059: Off-duty pilot's arrest and near-disaster investigation

Passengers on Alaska Flight 2059 describe a calm and uneventful journey despite an off-duty pilot allegedly attempting to shut down the engines. The couple, Alex Wood and Aubrey Gavello, were grateful for the safe landing and praised the crew for their handling of the situation. Gavello observed the suspect's calm demeanor and mentioned that flight attendants initially referred to the incident as a medical emergency. Both passengers expressed concerns about mental health and questioned the ability of pilots to board flights without proper scrutiny.

via KGO-TV|

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