# Alaska Airlines on The No Agenda Show Alaska Airlines comes up in 12 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2008 to August 2024. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** December 2008 – August 2024 - **Related topics:** [Boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md), [Portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), [Faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [Air Safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-safety.md), [Aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), [Boeing 737](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-737.md), [Christian Nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christian-nationalism.md), [Doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Citizens Defending Freedom Conference, Airline Pilot Hiring Trends - **Episode:** [1683: Rainbow of Rockets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1683-rainbow-of-rockets.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-04 - **Time:** 8:05–11:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1683-rainbow-of-rockets/chapter/citizens-defending-freedom-conference-airline-pilot-hiring-trends.md A trip to Frisco, Texas, to attend the Citizens Defending Freedom gala organized by The Remnant Alliance is described. During the flight, a safety pilot noted that major airlines like Spirit and Alaska have slowed hiring due to aircraft delivery delays. The conference is characterized as an inside look at the Christian nationalist movement, featuring a significant percentage of Black pastors. Keywords: [frisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frisco.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), remnant alliance, [christian nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christian-nationalism.md), [spirit airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spirit-airlines.md), [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md) ### Boeing 737 Max Investigation, Spirit AeroSystems Re-Acquisition - **Episode:** [1646: FLOW](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-28 - **Time:** 1:01:05–1:05:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow/chapter/boeing-737-max-investigation-spirit-aerosystems-re-acquisition.md The FBI has notified passengers of Alaska Flight 1282 that they are considered "possible victims of a crime" following the mid-air blowout of a Boeing door plug. Boeing is reportedly in talks to re-acquire Spirit AeroSystems, the Wichita-based supplier that was spun off 20 years ago, to address quality control issues. The transition is expected to begin in June 2024 and conclude by mid-2025. Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [spirit aerosystems](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spirit-aerosystems.md), [doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md) ### Boeing Manufacturing Issues and United Airlines Losses - **Episode:** [1628: Bad Rap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-25 - **Time:** 1:32:31–1:35:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap/chapter/boeing-manufacturing-issues-and-united-airlines-losses.md United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expressed disappointment with Boeing following the grounding of the 737 MAX 9 fleet due to a door plug failure on an Alaska Air flight. United expects a significant first-quarter loss as a result of the groundings and is considering purchasing aircraft from Airbus in the future. Recent incidents, including a nose tire falling off a Boeing 757 in Atlanta, have further damaged Boeing's reputation for quality and safety. Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [scott kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-kirby.md), 737 max 9, alaska air ### Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Plug Blowout Investigation - **Episode:** [1624: Bub](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-11 - **Time:** 1:32:38–1:37:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub/chapter/boeing-737-max-9-door-plug-blowout-investigation.md An Alaska Airlines flight experienced a mid-air blowout of a door plug at 16,000 feet, leading to an emergency landing in Portland. The NTSB found the door plug in a teacher's backyard but revealed that the cockpit voice recorder data was overwritten. Investigations have since uncovered loose bolts on other Boeing aircraft, leading to a crisis of confidence in Boeing's quality control and a shift toward Airbus by some pilots. Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md), 737 max 9, [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), [quality control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quality-control.md) ### iPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall from Alaska Airlines Flight - **Episode:** [1624: Bub](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-11 - **Time:** 1:37:47–1:39:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub/chapter/iphone-survives-16-000-foot-fall-from-alaska-airlines-flight.md An iPhone sucked out of the Alaska Airlines flight during the door plug blowout was discovered on the ground in Oregon, completely intact and still functioning. The device was found by Sean Bates, who noted the screen was not cracked and it still displayed a baggage claim message. The hosts express skepticism regarding the lack of reporting on the owner of the phone or the passenger whose shirt was reportedly ripped off during the decompression. Keywords: [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md), [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md) ### Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 Door Plug Blowout - **Episode:** [1623: Deputary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1623-deputary.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-07 - **Time:** 1:51–9:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1623-deputary/chapter/alaska-airlines-flight-1282-door-plug-blowout.md Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 experienced a mid-air depressurization when a fuselage section blew out at 16,000 feet shortly after departing Portland, Oregon. While media reports initially described a window failure, the incident involved a door plug used to seal an unused emergency exit. The FAA subsequently ordered a temporary grounding of 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft for safety inspections. Keywords: [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), boeing 737 max 9, door plug, [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), [air safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-safety.md) ### NTSB Summit on Pilot Mental Health and Self-Reporting - **Episode:** [1614: Blinking Red Lights](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1614-blinking-red-lights.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-10 - **Time:** 1:56:13–2:01:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1614-blinking-red-lights/chapter/ntsb-summit-on-pilot-mental-health-and-self-reporting.md The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) held a summit to address the "mental health crisis" among commercial airline pilots, focusing on the barriers that prevent pilots from self-reporting issues. The discussion follows the indictment of pilot Joseph Emerson, who attempted to shut down an aircraft's engines while suffering a mental breakdown attributed to depression and psilocybin use. The FAA is creating a new committee to modernize regulations and reduce the stigma associated with seeking psychiatric help. Keywords: [ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), pilot mental health, joseph emerson, [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [psilocybin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psilocybin.md) ### Alaska Airlines Pilot Joseph Emerson, In-Flight Engine Shutdown Attempt - **Episode:** [1602: Net Equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1602-net-equity.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-26 - **Time:** 15:47–19:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1602-net-equity/chapter/alaska-airlines-pilot-joseph-emerson-in-flight-engine-shutdown-attempt.md Off-duty pilot Joseph David Emerson faces 83 counts of attempted murder after attempting to engage the fire suppression system and shut down engines on a Horizon Air flight. Emerson reportedly told investigators he was suffering from a mental breakdown and had consumed psychedelic mushrooms 48 hours prior to the incident. The flight was diverted to Portland, Oregon, where Emerson was taken into federal custody. Keywords: joseph emerson, [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), horizon air, cockpit jumpseat, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md) ### Alaska Airlines, Rat on a Plane in Oakland - **Episode:** [996: Rats on a Plane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-05 - **Time:** 2:08:44–2:12:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane/chapter/alaska-airlines-rat-on-a-plane-in-oakland.md An Alaska Airlines flight from Oakland to Portland was cancelled after a rat was spotted boarding the aircraft via the jetway. The plane was taken out of service for extermination, affecting 110 passengers. Some speculate the incident could be a form of industrial espionage rather than a random occurrence. Keywords: [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [oakland airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland-airport.md), [boeing 737](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-737.md), mark davis, [industrial espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/industrial-espionage.md) ### Alaska Airlines Virgin America Merger, Marvel Comic Cancellations - **Episode:** [914: Fack Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-23 - **Time:** 3:01:44–3:04:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base/chapter/alaska-airlines-virgin-america-merger-marvel-comic-cancellations.md Alaska Airlines is officially retiring the Virgin America brand following their merger, a move the hosts lament due to Virgin's superior service. In other news, Marvel Comics is reportedly canceling eight titles, including Ghost Rider. The hosts predict this will be a major topic of mourning across the "tech podcast" circuit. Keywords: [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [virgin america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virgin-america.md), [richard branson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-branson.md), marvel comics, ghost rider, andy ihnatko ### Alaska Airlines Flight 819, Hijack Hoax and Operation Noble Eagle - **Episode:** [480: War on Brains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-20 - **Time:** 1:17:52–1:24:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains/chapter/alaska-airlines-flight-819-hijack-hoax-and-operation-noble-eagle.md An anonymous phone call to the FBI in Honolulu triggered a national security response for Alaska Airlines Flight 819. NORAD launched "Operation Noble Eagle," scrambling two F-15 fighter jets to escort the commercial airliner to Seattle. The incident was determined to be a hoax, and the FBI is investigating the caller for causing a massive waste of government resources. Keywords: [alaska airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska-airlines.md), [norad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norad.md), operation noble eagle, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [honolulu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/honolulu.md), hijack hoax ### Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Winter Storm Disruptions, Global Warming - **Episode:** [63: Save This Polar Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-27 - **Time:** 8:11–10:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear/chapter/seattle-tacoma-international-airport-winter-storm-disruptions-global-warming.md Seattle-Tacoma International Airport experienced significant disruptions due to a blizzard, leading to mass cancellations by Alaska Airlines and Northwest Airlines. Stranded passengers were reportedly provided with large blue blankets, creating a scene compared to a refugee camp. 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