NTSB Investigates In-Flight Door Plug Separation on Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX Flight 1282
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Summary
On January 5, 2024, Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 (Boeing 737-9 MAX) experienced an in-flight separation of the left mid exit door plug at approximately 14,830 feet after takeoff from Portland International Airport, leading to rapid depressurization. The NTSB is investigating the incident, which involved a door plug that separated from the aircraft mid-flight. One flight attendant was among those affected during the incident.
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NTSB investigators examine the door plug from Alaska Airlines flight 1282, a Boeing 737-9 MAX.
Article URL: https://www.ntsb.gov:443/investigations/Pages/DCA24MA063.aspx
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