Canada asks Air India to probe incident of pilot reporting for duty under influence of alcohol: Report
Transport Canada called the incident a serious violation of Canadian Aviation Regulations and has requested Air India submit corrective measures by January 26.
- Transport Canada has requested Air India to investigate after the RCMP alleged Captain Saurabh Kumar reported for duty under the influence on Flight AI186 at Vancouver International Airport on December 23, 2025.
- Two on‑site breathalyser tests confirmed intoxication at Vancouver International Airport, and Transport Canada says the case breaches Canadian Aviation Regulations 602.02, 602.03, and Air India's Foreign Air Operator Certificate.
- Air India must respond by January 26, 2026, submitting findings and corrective steps; Transport Canada added, `It is likely that enforcement action will be pursued by the RCMP, and by TCCA`.
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Canada asks Air India to probe incident of pilot reporting for duty under influence of alcohol, source says
Canada's transport regulator has asked Air India to investigate an incident of a pilot reporting for duty under the influence of alcohol and failing two breathalyzer tests, a person familiar with the matter said.
Air India Pilots Under Scrutiny: Allegations and Investigations Unfold
Air India faces scrutiny after a pilot fails two breathalyzer tests at Vancouver Airport. Transport Canada labels it a 'serious matter' and may take enforcement action. Air India has suspended the pilot and complies with an investigation. India's aviation sector is under heightened attention following past incidents.
Canada seeks probe as Air India pilot found under influence of alcohol before duty at Vancouver airport
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police informed authorities that Captain Saurabh Kumar reported for duty on flight AI186 on 23 Dec, while under the influence of alcohol & unfit for duty.
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