印度飞行员“酒驾”波音 777 未遂，加拿大方面要求彻查并限期整改

Core Viewpoint - The Canadian transportation regulatory authority has requested an investigation into Air India following a serious incident where a pilot was found to be "under the influence of alcohol" before a flight from Vancouver to New Delhi [1][4]. Incident Details - The incident occurred on December 23, 2025, when a pilot was detected to be under the influence during a breath alcohol test before operating a Boeing 777 flight, which can carry up to 344 passengers [4][5]. - The pilot was immediately replaced by a substitute pilot, as Canadian regulations prohibit pilots from flying within 12 hours of consuming alcohol [4][11]. - Canadian authorities conducted two breath alcohol tests on the pilot, both indicating unfitness to fly [4][11]. Regulatory Response - The Canadian Transportation Department expressed serious concern in a letter to Air India and indicated potential enforcement actions [4][11]. - Air India has suspended the involved pilot during the investigation and emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for violations of applicable regulations [4][11]. Safety Scrutiny - Air India is currently under heightened scrutiny regarding safety, particularly following a fatal crash of a Boeing "Dreamliner" that resulted in 260 fatalities [7][12]. - The Indian civil aviation regulator has previously identified multiple safety management issues within Air India [7][12]. - Recently, four Air India pilots received warnings for serious safety hazards related to compliance and crew decision-making, particularly concerning aircraft with known faults [7][12]. Alcohol Testing Regulations - Earlier this year, the Indian civil aviation authority proposed tightening alcohol testing regulations for crew members, including a recommendation for permanent license revocation after three positive tests [8][12]. - Current regulations require breath alcohol testing at the first landing airport in India after each flight [8][12].