Alaska Airlines experienced smoke and brake issues during takeoff from San Diego International Airport while serving as a gateway to the island state of Hawaii.

The entities involved

• San Diego International Airport →

  international airport in San Diego, California, USA

  Nothing else this week.

• Hawaii →

  state of the United States of America

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• Alaska Airlines →

  major American airline

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Related events

• Alaska Airlines operates flights from San Diego International Airport.Sep 3
• Alaska Airlines completed the acquisition of Hawaiian Holdings, leading to expanded service into the Pacific Northwest.Sep 9