An Alaska Airlines flight from Portland to Las Vegas was forced to return to Portland International Airport (PDX) shortly after takeoff when both passengers and crew reported "fumes in the cockpit and cabin."
Alaska Flight 757, a 14-year-old Boeing 737-800, safely landed back at PDX at approximately 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday and after landing, the aircraft taxied back to the gate.
Allison Ferre from the Port of Portland explained, "PDX Airport Fire & Rescue responded to an aircraft landing that reported fumes in the cockpit and cabin after takeoff. The plane landed safely, and there was no fire or ongoing safety risk. However, the PDX fire crew made medical evaluation services available to both crew and passengers."
Ferre added that nine individuals requested medical attention. The aircraft was then handed over to Alaska Airlines' maintenance team for further inspection.
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