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A former Alaska Airlines pilot pleaded guilty to attempting to shut down aircraft engines midflight after using psilocybin mushrooms, which caused a mental health crisis. He pulled engine fire handles believing he was dreaming, but the crew prevented disaster. He faces up to 20 years in prison and has acknowledged his actions and mental health issues, including a condition caused by psychedelic use.
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.