Joseph Emerson, formerly of Alaska Airlines, must do 664 hours of community service and pay $60,569
A former Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty or no contest to all charges against him Friday, saying in court that he regretted endangering those on board as well as the damage he caused to his former profession.
Joseph Emerson reached the plea agreements because he wants to take responsibility for his actions and hopes to avoid further time behind bars, said his attorney, Noah Horst.
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Author : Associated Press
Publish date : 2025-09-05 23:03:00
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