Flight deck audio reveals ex-Alaska Airlines pilot attempted engine shutdown.

Flight deck audio and police video reveal the night when off-duty pilot Joseph Emerson attempted to turn off the engines of an Alaska Airlines jet under the influence of “magic mushrooms.” Emerson’s struggle with the pilot, confession of feeling not okay, and eventual arrest were captured on camera. Emerson, dealing with grief, hallucinogen persisting perception disorder, and seeking forgiveness, pleaded guilty to interfering with a flight crew and endangering the aircraft and passengers, receiving a sentence of time served and probation.

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