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New York Post
3 days ago
- General
- New York Post
Cause of failed Alaska Airlines landing gear that sent passengers screaming revealed
Nearly two years after passengers screamed while sparks flew down a runway during the landing of an Alaska Airlines flight, the cause has been revealed. A final report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released on Tuesday points to 'incorrect' maintenance work. Advertisement The flight, which departed from Seattle, Washington, made a hard touchdown in Santa Ana, Calif., during Tropical Storm Hilary after the left main landing gear collapsed on touchdown. Video recorded by a passenger captured the plane slamming into the ground at high speed. Sparks were seen flying as the plane appeared to drag its left wing along the tarmac. Investigators revealed that the incident was caused by a 'fatigue crack' of a metal trunnion pin, which is part of the left landing gear. The fracture formed from excessive grinding during a 2018 maintenance overhaul, which introduced heat damage to the metal. While the crack was initially not visible, it grew over time and ultimately 'caused the pin to fracture during landing,' the NTSB report said. Advertisement 5 First responders help passengers disembark the Alaska Airlines 737 after the rough landing at John Wayne Airport on Aug. 20, 2023. Orange County Fire Authority 5 Alaska Airlines flight 1288 sits on the tarmac after Orange County Fire Authority 'Results of this examination and previous NTSB investigations demonstrate that even relatively mild heat exposure from grinding and/or machining during overhaul can lead to cracking, which can lead to fatigue crack growth and failed landing gear components, as occurred in this accident,' the report stated. The report added that the pin had endured more than 4,000 landing cycles since undergoing the 2018 maintenance work. Advertisement The crack itself had likely been present for approximately 800 landing cycles, the NTSB found. 5 A passenger aboard the flight captured the moment the plane sparked during the landing. bhi Amineni/Youtube 5 Sparks and smoke shoot off the plane after the landing in Orange County, California. bhi Amineni/Youtube Although the aircraft sustained substantial damage from the hard landing, all 112 passengers and crew members were able to deplane safely and without injury. Advertisement Alaska Airlines previously said, 'our focus is taking care of our guests who were on board, including retrieving their checked bags.' 'We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate their patience during this situation.' 5 Although the aircraft sustained substantial damage from the hard landing, all 112 passengers and crew members were able to deplane safely and without injury. Orange County Fire Authority Alaska Airlines did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Fox News' Chris Pandolfo contributed to this report.
Los Angeles Times
19-05-2025
- Los Angeles Times
Costa Mesa motorcyclist critically injured in collision with truck in Garden Grove
A 20-year-old Costa Mesa man remained in critical condition Monday, after his motorcycle was struck Friday afternoon by a pickup truck in Garden Grove, according to police. The motorcyclist, whose name has not been released to the public, was reportedly traveling south on the 12500 block of Magnolia Street shortly after 1 p.m. when he was struck by a 2023 Chevy Silverado traveling north, according to Sgt. Nick Jensen of the Garden Grove Police Department. The truck was attempting to turn left onto Lampson Avenue when it collided with the motorcycle — a 2018 Aprilia RSV4, Jensen reported Monday. Someone in the area called police, who arrived on scene to find the motorcyclist unresponsive. Garden Grove police and firefighters with the Orange County Fire Authority started administering life-saving medical care on the Costa Mesa man, who was transported to a nearby trauma center with critical head and facial injuries, the police spokesman reported. The driver of the Silverado, described only as a 46-year-old resident of Garden Grove, remained on scene and cooperated with police, as members of the department's neighborhood traffic unit assumed the investigation. That individual received no injuries, Jensen said. Southbound lanes on Magnolia, along with eastbound and westbound lanes of Lampson were closed to vehicle traffic for a few hours to accommodate the investigation, according to police. It does not appear that impairment played a role in the collision, and Jensen confirmed Monday that no charges have been filed against the pickup's driver. The motorcyclist continues to be hospitalized and was still listed in critical condition three days after the incident. The cause of the collision is still under investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has any additional information or video footage of the collision is encouraged to contact Garden Grove Police Department Investigator John Yergler at (714) 741-5772 or Johny@
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Early-season Southern California heat wave results in dozens of rescues
Southern California authorities conducted dozens of emergency rescues during an early-season mini heat wave over the weekend. Amid record temperatures, the Orange County Fire Authority said fire officials and other agencies had partnered to conduct operations, including one captured on video in Aliso and Woods Canyons Wilderness Park. 'Over a dozen people have been rescued collectively,' it wrote in a post on Facebook. The agency noted that it was 96 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-afternoon in the city of Aliso Viejo. The heat wave was swift, jumping to as many as 20 degrees above normal around Los Angeles County, according to the National Weather Service. Conditions led the Orange County Fire Authority to urge inexperienced bike riders and hikers to wait to enter the terrain until the weather cooled. 'If you do head out, please bring plenty of hydration with you,' it advised. Multiple hikers were caught off guard across the region. A 55-year-old woman who was hiking in the Hollywood Hills and was weak from heat exhaustion was also taken to the hospital in a helicopter. The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the rescue to The Independent on Monday, saying her condition was 'fair.' Another hiker in Riverside County was stranded and dehydrated. Riverside County firefighters also hoisted the patient out of the area using a helicopter. They were transported to a local area hospital in an ambulance with 'critical injuries.' More rescues were reported in Riverside County and Anaheim, according to The Los Angeles Times. No other information about the hikers was provided. The life-saving efforts came after forecasters warned about the hottest weekend of the year. On Saturday, the high temperature calendar day record was broken in Woodland Hills, up from 99 degrees in 1984 to 102 degrees. Paso Robles missed their record by just one degree. On Sunday, Woodland Hills and Downtown Los Angeles reached record highs again. Temperatures eased by the end of the weekend. In nearby Arizona, one person died and several other hikers were rescued in sweltering weather. The unidentified hiker was 33 years old, according to The Arizona Republic. In the West and Southwest, temperatures are projected to be above or leaning above average this summer, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Climate change is making hot temperatures hotter and dry conditions drier, as Earth continues to trap planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions in its atmosphere. Last year was the hottest year on record. Temperatures and no rain fueled this year's deadly Los Angeles County wildfires. 'We are seeing much more rapid warming of inland areas that were already hotter to begin with,' UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain told Cal Matters last year.
The Independent
12-05-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Early-season Southern California heat wave results in dozens of rescues
Southern California authorities conducted dozens of emergency rescues during an early-season mini heat wave over the weekend. Amid record temperatures, the Orange County Fire Authority said fire officials and other agencies had partnered to conduct operations, including one captured on video in Aliso and Woods Canyons Wilderness Park. 'Over a dozen people have been rescued collectively,' it wrote in a post on Facebook. The agency noted that it was 96 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-afternoon in the city of Aliso Viejo. The heat wave was swift, jumping to as many as 20 degrees above normal around Los Angeles County, according to the National Weather Service. Conditions led the Orange County Fire Authority to urge inexperienced bike riders and hikers to wait to enter the terrain until the weather cooled. 'If you do head out, please bring plenty of hydration with you,' it advised. Multiple hikers were caught off guard across the region. A 55-year-old woman who was hiking in the Hollywood Hills and was weak from heat exhaustion was also taken to the hospital in a helicopter. The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the rescue to The Independent on Monday, saying her condition was 'fair.' Another hiker in Riverside County was stranded and dehydrated. Riverside County firefighters also hoisted the patient out of the area using a helicopter. They were transported to a local area hospital in an ambulance with 'critical injuries.' More rescues were reported in Riverside County and Anaheim, according to The Los Angeles Times. No other information about the hikers was provided. The life-saving efforts came after forecasters warned about the hottest weekend of the year. On Saturday, the high temperature calendar day record was broken in Woodland Hills, up from 99 degrees in 1984 to 102 degrees. Paso Robles missed their record by just one degree. On Sunday, Woodland Hills and Downtown Los Angeles reached record highs again. Temperatures eased by the end of the weekend. In nearby Arizona, one person died and several other hikers were rescued in sweltering weather. The unidentified hiker was 33 years old, according to The Arizona Republic. In the West and Southwest, temperatures are projected to be above or leaning above average this summer, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Climate change is making hot temperatures hotter and dry conditions drier, as Earth continues to trap planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions in its atmosphere. Last year was the hottest year on record. Temperatures and no rain fueled this year's deadly Los Angeles County wildfires. 'We are seeing much more rapid warming of inland areas that were already hotter to begin with,' UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain told Cal Matters last year.
Los Angeles Times
14-04-2025
- General
- Los Angeles Times
Man rescued after falling off 20-foot cliff in Laguna Beach
A 38-year-old man was rescued by helicopter after a dangerous 20-foot cliff fall this weekend, Laguna Beach lifeguards reported in a video shared on Instagram. Laguna Beach Fire Department and the Orange County Fire Authority responded to the cliff fall at an undisclosed location along the coast on Saturday, officials said. The man sustained non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. His name was not immediately released. This was the first-ever rescue mission for Orange County Fire Authority's OCFA Firehawk helicopter, officials said. 'High tide and sizable waves created unstable footing and made a traditional exit too dangerous. LBFD paramedics stabilized the patient on scene, and OCFA's Firehawk helicopter completed a hoist rescue to transport him for further medical treatment,' officials said. Authorities warned beachgoers to exercise caution. 'Laguna Beach's coastline is beautiful and fun to explore — but it demands caution,' officials said. 'The rocks are slick, unstable and often unpredictable. Always check in with a lifeguard before venturing near the cliffs or exploring the rocky shore. We're trained, ready and here to help keep you safe.'
