A pilot employed by the Indian airline Air India was detained at Vancouver International Airport in Canada after airport staff suspected him of being intoxicated. According to reports from the Indian media, the incident occurred on December 23rd when the pilot was shopping at a duty-free store before his flight. Airport staff noticed the pilot buying alcohol, which led to Canadian authorities being informed. The pilot was then tested with a breathalyzer and detained for further investigation.
In a statement, Air India said that Canadian authorities had expressed concerns about the pilot’s suitability for duty, which led to him being removed from duty. On the other hand, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in India has issued a show-cause notice to another Air India crew, alleging that they operated several flights between Delhi and Tokyo despite severe technical flaws.
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