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Documentary Explores Mental Health After Horizon Air Plane Theft

4/19/2026

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Richard Russell, a 29-year-old Horizon Air ground service agent, stole a plane from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in August 2018.
He crashed the plane on Ketron Island after telling air traffic control he did not want to hurt anyone.
Before the crash, he performed acrobatic maneuvers.
His death was ruled a suicide.
A documentary titled "#SKYKING" explores his story and raises awareness about mental health and support.

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Story summary

Richard Russell, a 29-year-old Horizon Air ground service agent, stole a plane from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in August 2018.
He crashed the plane on Ketron Island after telling air traffic control he did not want to hurt anyone.
Before the crash, he performed acrobatic maneuvers.
His death was ruled a suicide.
A documentary titled "#SKYKING" explores his story and raises awareness about mental health and support.