Off-duty pilot tries to shut down engines of Alaska Airlines plane during flight, authorities say

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Off-duty pilot tries to shut down engines of Alaska Airlines plane during flight, authorities say
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The captain and first officer on Alaska Airlines Flight 2059 were able to subdue Joseph David Emerson, 44, before he could “disrupt the operation of the engines” during Sunday’s flight.

PORTLAND, Oregon — An off-duty pilot is facing dozens of criminal charges after he was accused of trying to shut down the engines of a commercial airliner in midflight, reports say.

“In this case, the quick reaction of our crew to reset the T-handles ensured engine power was not lost,” the statement says. “Our crew responded without hesitation to a difficult and highly unusual situation and we are incredibly proud and grateful for their skillful actions.”

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