Alaska Airlines Flight Returns to San Jose Airport Due to Mechanical Issue
An Alaska Airlines flight was forced to return to San Jose Mineta International Airport on Wednesday morning after experiencing a mechanical issue. Flight 1130, bound for Seattle, took off from San Jose at 10:01 a.m. but turned back and landed safely at 10:50 a.m.
The airport was notified of the issue at 10:41 a.m., with the airline stating that a mechanical indication was detected in the flight deck of the Boeing 737-900 aircraft. Pilots followed proper procedures and requested a priority landing. The maintenance team was able to repair the issue, and the plane landed without incident.
Alaska Airlines praised the professionalism of its pilots in handling the situation, stating that they are trained for such scenarios. Flight 1130 was rescheduled to depart San Jose at 12:27 p.m. and land in Seattle at 2:45 p.m.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures in the aviation industry, with airlines and airports working together to ensure the well-being of passengers and crew. The quick response and efficient resolution of the mechanical issue highlight the dedication of Alaska Airlines to passenger safety.
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