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A pilot for Air India failed two breathalyzer tests and reported for duty while under the influence, prompting the airline to bring in an alternative pilot. The incident occurred at Vancouver International Airport, where Canadian authorities conducted tests after the pilot was asked to leave the aircraft. Transport Canada described the event as a serious matter and is likely to pursue enforcement measures. An Air India spokesperson confirmed that the Vancouver-to-Delhi flight on December 23 experienced a last-minute delay due to this issue, during which a substitute pilot was assigned. The airline emphasized its zero-tolerance policy regarding rule violations and stated that any confirmed misconduct would result in strict disciplinary action pending investigation outcomes. Transport Canada has requested that Air India submit its findings and corrective actions by January 26. This incident comes amidst heightened scrutiny of India’s aviation safety standards following a deadly Boeing Dreamliner crash that killed 260 people in June. India’s civil aviation authority has identified multiple safety lapses at Air India, which was owned by the government until 2022. Additionally, Tata Group and Singapore Airlines pilots at Air India have been flagged by India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation for safety concerns, including accepting aircraft with known issues and system degradations, particularly involving Boeing 787 long-haul flights.
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