Cathay Pacific pilot delays flight after failing alcohol breath test
The IndependentSign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A Cathay Pacific flight was delayed in Australia for over 24 hours when a junior pilot allegedly failed an alcohol breath test. During a pre-departure alcohol breath test, the second officer reportedly registered a score that did not fly with the airline’s alcohol policy for pilots. Cathay Pacific said they were made aware of the reports of elevated alcohol levels and are in “close communication” with the relevant authorities. We conduct random AOD tests on our pilots in Hong Kong in line with industry best practices, with further random testing conducted by the relevant authorities at our outports.” For more travel news and advice, listen to Simon Calder’s podcast
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