Originally published at: Bodycam Footage Shows Pilot’s Arrest - AVweb
Video shows airport police in Savannah, Georgia, arresting a Southwest Airlines pilot suspected of attempting to fly under the influence of alcohol.
“The officer’s eyes got wide”? Come on, man.
It’s unfortunate for any pilot having alcohol and not abiding by the bottle to throttle rule, and having his license suspended, effectively ending his job. Seven months between arrest and being fired from SWA suggests a long in-house investigation.
Second Officer? I did not know the 737 was a 3 man cockpit.
By virtue of the fact he was found guilty and lost his licence & job, he was culpable.
WHAT SICK JOY DO YOU GET IN SHOWING THIS VIDEO?!
Unfortunate is not the word I would use. Luck had nothing to do with it and the flying public is lucky this guy lost his ticket.
He has his Certificate revoked. No such thing as a license in the US and revocation means he has to retest for all certificates after a one year period.
Ok but retesting and a record may not guarantee a return to his former salary.
No one will hire him
I Hope that was in jest. “A pair of officers removed Allsop…”
" Yes, the FAA can revoke a professional pilot’s certificate. The FAA has the authority to suspend or revoke pilot certificates for violations of aviation regulations, including those related to safety, medical fitness, or other infractions."
From FAA.gov:
What is the first step to becoming a pilot?
Decide what you want to fly. FAA’s rules for getting a pilot’s license (certificate) differ depending on the type of aircraft you fly.
Very sad story. Alcohol has ruined a lot of people.
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