Glasgow Airport - Police arrests two pilots under the influence of alcohol

The two pilots of the United Airline flight were arrested on the charges of alcohol influence before a flight in Glasgow. The two pilots were preparing to fly from Scotland to New Jersey on Saturday, and suspicion by the police might land them in court.

According to MirrorUK, it was a long haul flight from Glasgow to Newark, New Jersey-concerns were raised by the airport authorities as the pilots tried to pass the staff check-in before 9 a.m. and police was called before the pair took charge of this long haul flight.

A police spokeswoman said yesterday: "We can confirm two men, aged 35 and 45, have been arrested and are presently detained in police custody in connection with alleged offences under the Railway and Transport Safety Act (2003) Section 93."

 Source said: "Concerns were raised and police were called. There was a fair police presence as it's a sensitive and highly secure part of airport. Staff are subject to intensive and thorough security procedures in just the same way as passengers. No chances are taken nowadays."

According to BBC, Police Scotland said that the pilots are facing the offences of ruling out the Railways and Transport/Safety Act 2003 (Section 93) which clearly mentions "carrying out pilot function or activity while exceeding the prescribed limit of alcohol".

The pair are due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court tomorrow as the risk of 141 boarded passengers was under the two pilots.

According to MirrorUK, United Airlines have already released a statement that the two pilots are removed from the service and flying duties until further pending investigations.

United Airlines also added; "We are co-operating with the authorities and will conduct our own investigation as well. The safety of our customers and crew is our highest priority.

"Our team at Glasgow Airport have provided our customers with support including meal vouchers and hotel accommodation where required.

"We apologise to our customers for the inconvenience caused."