Friday’s documentary from The New York Time titled “Lie to Fly” looks into some of the larger issues raised by the Joseph Emerson case.
In Friday’s documentary a pilot’s promising career takes a dark turn when he’s accused of attempting to down a plane after taking psychedelic mushrooms. The film delves into pilot mental health protocols and urgent calls for reform within the aviation industry.
How to Watch The New York Times Presents: Lie to Fly:
Date: Friday, Aug. 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
TV Channel: FX
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When news broke in Oct. 2023 that an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot was accused of trying to cut the engines of a plane mid-flight, forcing it to make an emergency landing at Portland International Airport, reactions came quickly.
What kind of crazy person would do such a thing. Who would endanger the lives of more than 80 people on board? When it was reported by The Oregonian/OregonLive and other sources that the accused, Joseph Emerson, told investigators that he had taken “magic mushrooms” 48 hours before the incident, the story only seemed to get stranger.
Featuring interviews with Emerson, his wife, aviation and medical experts, and more, Lie To Fly explores how pilots are often reluctant to seek diagnoses and treatment for mental health issues, due to regulations that may prevent them from flying, and making a living.
What time is The New York Times Presents: Lie to Fly on?
You can catch The New York Times Presents: Lie to Fly at 10:00 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 22, 2024.
What channel is The New York Times Presents: Lie to Fly on?
Catch The New York Times Presents: Lie to Fly on Friday night on FX
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