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Flight Diverted After Woman Assaults Alaska Airlines Crew

10/17/2025

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Tracy Barkhimer, a 61-year-old woman from White Salmon, Washington, was arrested after allegedly assaulting two Alaska Airlines crew members.
The Alaska Airlines flight from Portland, Oregon, to Dallas, Texas was diverted to Boise, Idaho due to Barkhimer's erratic behavior.
Barkhimer was charged with two counts of misdemeanor battery.
Alaska Airlines banned Barkhimer from flying.
Barkhimer posted a $600 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on November 4.

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Story summary

Tracy Barkhimer, a 61-year-old woman from White Salmon, Washington, was arrested after allegedly assaulting two Alaska Airlines crew members.
The Alaska Airlines flight from Portland, Oregon, to Dallas, Texas was diverted to Boise, Idaho due to Barkhimer's erratic behavior.
Barkhimer was charged with two counts of misdemeanor battery.
Alaska Airlines banned Barkhimer from flying.
Barkhimer posted a $600 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on November 4.