Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Flight attendant harassment lawsuit
A Horizon flight attendant sued the airline, alleging repeated sexual harassment by two pilots and inadequate action by human resources. The available reference material does not establish the final disposition.
2023
Flight 2059 cockpit interference incident
An off-duty pilot traveling in the cockpit jumpseat allegedly tried to activate both engine fire-extinguisher handles on a Horizon-operated Embraer 175. The operating crew restrained him and diverted the aircraft to Portland; criminal charges and civil litigation followed.
2018
Sea-Tac Q400 theft and fatal crash
A Horizon ground service agent took an unoccupied Q400 from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport without authorization. After an extended interaction with air traffic control, the aircraft crashed on Ketron Island, killing the only person aboard.