Patron intoxicated and bare in a hotel lounge?
In a recent development, budget airline EasyJet has suspended one of its pilots following allegations of inappropriate conduct on the Cape Verde Islands. The incident, which took place last week, was reported by British tabloid "The Sun".
According to the report, the pilot was identified by passengers who contacted the airline, and was allegedly found naked and drunk in a hotel bar at the Meliá Dunas Beach Resort and Spa. The pilot was supposed to fly passengers back to London around 36 hours after the incident.
Upon learning about the incident, EasyJet immediately removed the pilot from duty and grounded him pending the outcome of the investigation. This is in line with the airline's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and conduct.
The safety of passengers and crew is EasyJet's top priority, and any credible allegation of inappropriate behaviour by a pilot triggers immediate suspension or grounding to ensure safety, compliance with regulations, and to allow time for thorough inquiry.
The Republic of Cape Verde, an archipelago of ten islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa, is a popular holiday destination for many Britons. The flight from London to the Cape Verde Islands takes approximately six hours.
EasyJet confirmed the incident occurred and a replacement pilot was assigned for the return flight to London. The exact internal protocols EasyJet follows in such cases are not detailed in the search results, but the airline's swift action reflects standard aviation industry practices.
This incident serves as a reminder that EasyJet takes any allegations of inappropriate behaviour seriously and acts promptly to ensure the safety and well-being of its passengers and crew. The investigation into the matter is ongoing.
[1] The Sun, "EasyJet pilot grounded after being found naked and drunk at hotel bar in Cape Verde", August 2025.
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