Redoubt Volcano, Alaska shows Pre-eruptive Activty

Posted by Alexandra Matiella Novak Jan 29, 2009

The last time Mt. Redoubt erupted - during a period from 1989-1990 - it caused some major problems for aviation operations in Alaska. In fact, a 747 encounter with the 1989 ash cloud caused all four engines to lose power. Luckily the pilot was able to restart the engines, but not until the aircraft had descended about 13,000 feet with no power to the engines. The plane landed safely and no one was hurt.

Now, with this new activity, volcanologists and aviation operators are keeping a close eye on Redoubt to make sure a repeat of the 1989 encounter does not happen. The Anchorage Volcano Ash Advisory Center will be keeping its eye on this volcano and surrounding air space until this event is over.