Investigator-in-Charge John Lovell examines the fuselage plug area of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 Boeing 737-9 MAX. Captured on Jan. 7
On January 5, 2024, Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 experienced a mid-flight blowout. Its left-side door panel detached, leaving a gaping hole and leading to rapid depressurization. Chaos ensued in the passenger cabin while the pilots proceeded with an emergency landing. Air rushing through the cabin made a deafening noise, impacting the ability to communicate. Flight attendants thought that passengers had been sucked out of the aircraft and struggled to help others with oxygen masks. Passengers grabbed onto each other and, fearing for their lives, made last-minute attempts to contact relatives to say goodbye. The diverted plane landed at Portland International Airport without loss of life.
Stritmatter Law represents 51 passengers and their family members in a lawsuit against Boeing, Alaska Airlines, and Spirit Aerospace. The Federal Court lawsuit alleges negligence, product liability, and breach of the common carrier’s duty.
Legal Team
Attorneys: Karen Koehler, Andrew Ackley, Dan Laurence, Melanie Nguyen, Paralegal: Patti Sims
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