Nanney and Alaska have denied any problems with the twin-engine jetliner, which was built in 1986 and remains in service along with the airline's 35 other MD-80 planes. Alaska hopes to phase out ...

The pilots of an Alaska Airlines MD-80 fight desperately for control, as their aircraft careens towards the Pacific ocean with terrifying speed. No matter what they do, they cannot seem to pull their ...

In a statement yesterday, an Alaska official said the two pilots "displayed the utmost professionalism." "Tragically, they were dealing with something no MD-80 pilot had ever experienced ...

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a $211,000 fine against Alaska Airlines for operating one of its MD-80 jets on 47 flights before replacing a damaged landing-gear part. The flights ...

Jessica Panko, MD, is president of the Alaska State Medical Association. Asking Eric: My niece doesn’t know she’s adopted. Should I get the birth mother’s contact information just in case ...