Airline Pilot Temporarily Suspended Due to Public Indiscretion: Inappropriate and Intoxicated Behavior, recorded at a Hotel in Cape Verde.
In the early hours of August 5, a pilot for EasyJet found himself in hot water after an incident at the Meliá Dunas Beach Resort and Spa on the island of Sal, Cape Verde.
According to reports, the pilot had engaged in an all-night drinking session and was witnessed stripping off and walking unclothed through the hotel's reception, bar, spa, and gym around 2:30 am [1][2][3].
The incident took place a day before the pilot was due to operate a long-haul flight from Cape Verde to London Gatwick, one of EasyJet's longest routes with a duration of around six hours [1][2][3].
Upon learning of the event, EasyJet immediately grounded the pilot and replaced him for the flight, demonstrating their commitment to passenger and crew safety, which is their top priority [1][2][3].
The airline initiated an internal investigation following established procedures. Although the pilot had at least 36 hours between drinking and the flight—exceeding the European regulations which require a minimum 12-hour gap—EasyJet judged his behavior as a serious breach of professionalism, trust, and their code of business ethics mandating integrity in conduct [2].
No public details of the internal investigation’s findings beyond the suspension have been released. However, the incident underscores EasyJet’s commitment to stringent safety protocols and employee conduct standards. The pilot’s actions, despite being outside the legally mandated timeframe for alcohol consumption before flying, nonetheless posed concerns about judgment and fitness to operate an aircraft [1][2][3][4][5].
The identity of the pilot has not been revealed, but it is clear that EasyJet took swift action to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
[1] BBC News [2] The Guardian [3] The Telegraph [4] Sky News [5] The Independent
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