Kathmandu, Jan 6: A startling incident has occurred in the United States, where the window of an Alaska Airlines plane was torn out while in flight. Following this incident, Alaska Airlines has taken the precautionary measure of “temporarily” grounding all 65 of its Boeing 737 Max 9 planes.

The airline has announced its intention to thoroughly inspect each of these planes before allowing them to resume operations. The incident took place during a flight from Portland, Oregon, to Ontario, California, where a section of the aircraft became detached due to air pressure.

Fortunately, the skilled crew managed to bring the compromised plane to a safe landing at Portland International Airport, averting a potential disaster. The incident occurred on Friday evening, local time.

Alaska Airlines released a statement confirming that the plane, carrying 171 passengers and six crew members, landed safely, and there were no reported injuries. The airline is now focused on investigating the cause of the mid-flight incident and ensuring the safety of its entire Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet.

Passenger safety remains a top priority for airlines, and incidents like these prompt thorough investigations to identify and address any potential vulnerabilities or issues. Alaska Airlines assures passengers that the temporary grounding is a precautionary step to conduct comprehensive inspections, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards in air travel.