In a startling case, an ex-Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph Emerson, pleaded guilty to attempting to cut off the engines of a passenger flight while reportedly under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms. This incident, which occurred during a flight over Oregon, led to an emergency landing in Portland. Emerson expressed remorse in court, acknowledging the danger he posed to the 83 passengers on board. As part of a plea deal, he has been sentenced to probation and is facing 50 days in jail. Passengers have shared mixed reactions to the plea, with many expressing relief and concern over the incident.