British Airway's Pilot Arrested Shortly before Flying for Allegedly Drunk

News24xx.com - A British Airways airline's pilot was arrested for allegedly drunk while flying the plane. The 49-year-old man was arrested shortly before the plane took off from Gatwick Airport, London.

Reported from CNN, Sunday (21/1/2019), the pilot who has not been revealed his name was arrested on Thursday (18/1) night. At that time he was flying a Boeing 777 plane to Mauritius, Africa.

"We received reports of an airline staff suspected of being under the influence of alcohol at Gatwick Airport," said Sussex Police Spokesman.

The pilot is known to be from Harmondsworth, Hillingdon, London. Until Friday (19/1) night pilot is still held on suspicion remains in charge despite the influence of alcohol above the specified limits.

As a result of this flight to Mauritius delayed 2 hours. With regard to Police investigations, the airlines are committed to assisting as much as they can.

"We apologize for the delay to our customers.The aircraft remains at the gate until the third alternative pilot joins the crew and the safety and security of customers and crew has always been our top priority," said a spokeswoman for British Airways.



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