Off-duty pilot accused of trying to turn off engines midflight

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty pilot for Alaska Airlines, has been booked on 83 counts of attempted murder after officials say he tried to turn off a plane’s engines mid-flight before being subdued. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY. » Subscribe to TODAY: » Watch the latest from TODAY: About: TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY’s Website: Find TODAY on Facebook: Follow TODAY on Twitter: Follow TODAY on Instagram: » Stream TODAY All Day: About: TODAY All Day is a 24/7 streaming channel bringing you the top stories in news and pop culture, celebrity interviews, cooking, and more. All in one place. #pilot #travel #crime