On Friday, January 5th, Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 took off from Portland International Airport heading towards Ontario International Airport in Ontario, California. Shortly after takeoff, the Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplane experienced a rapid drop in cabin pressure as a door plug that was not properly bolted in place blew out about halfway down the fuselage of the aircraft, leaving a gaping hole next to a row of seats. The airplane underwent uncontrolled decompression, forcing the pilots to initiate a rapid descent and make an emergency landing at Portland International Airport.
Thankfully, all 171 passengers and six crew members survived Flight 1282, although three individuals sustained minor physical injuries. This incident led to the immediate grounding of the 737 MAX 9 fleet in the U.S. pending mandatory inspections of all Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft with similar door plugs—a panel used to seal an optional emergency exit door—and prompted the opening of an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and inspections of all Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft with similar door plugs.
At D’Amore Law Group, we are investigating and closely monitoring the developments of the FAA’s investigation and the broader implications for aviation safety. Our dedicated team of aircraft attorneys investigating this claim is committed to advocating for the rights and well-being of those many Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 passengers who were affected. We understand the physical and emotional toll such events can impose and are here to ensure that our clients’ voices are heard, rights are respected, and recovery is prioritized.
Passengers of Alaska Airlines flight 1282 may be eligible to pursue claims against Boeing and Alaska Airlines seeking compensation due to physical and psychological injuries suffered during the sudden and extreme depressurization. While several passengers suffered physical injuries, all experienced some form of psychological distress and injury.
Passengers may be entitled to the following damages:
– Economic Losses: Passengers are entitled to reimbursement for any financial hardships suffered due to the accident, including medical expenses, lost income, and other monetary losses.
– Physical Pain and Suffering: Passengers have the right to seek compensation for the physical distress and suffering caused by injuries sustained during the accident.
– Psychological and Emotional Harm: Passengers may be eligible for compensation to address the psychological trauma and emotional distress they have endured, which may encompass conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or related mental health issues.
If you or a loved one was a passenger aboard Alaska Airlines flight 1282 and have been physically or psychologically impacted as a result, or have any information about the incident, D’Amore Law Group wants to hear from you. Don’t hesitate to contact us today.
Our Portland, Oregon-based legal team will provide you with an honest and straightforward assessment of your legal rights. We promise to help you make informed decisions about safeguarding your claim and pursuing just compensation for the harm you suffered.
