Airline pilot arrested over suspected intoxication before flight

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Airline pilot arrested over suspected intoxication before flight #breakingnews #pilot #airplane #arrest Newly released bodycam footage shows the arrest of a Southwest Airlines pilot accused of attempting to fly under the influence. The incident happened in January at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, where 62-year-old pilot David Allsop was scheduled to fly a plane to Chicago. Officers confronted him just before takeoff, after noticing signs of possible intoxication. In the footage, Allsop admits to drinking the night before, saying he had “a few beers.” He initially refuses sobriety tests but later agrees. According to the police report, he struggled with balance and failed multiple field tests. He also refused a blood test, leading to his arrest. Allsop was booked into the Chatham County Detention Center, and the flight was delayed for several hours until a replacement pilot was assigned. Southwest Airlines confirmed Allsop was immediately removed from duty and later dismissed, emphasising that passenger safety remains their top priority. The Federal Aviation Administration revoked his pilot certification two months after the incident. Connect With news.com.au Online ► [] ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow Us: Facebook ► [ Instagram ► [ TikTok ► [@news.com.au] X ► [ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel For The Very Latest News From Australia And Around The World: ► [ ► [ ► [ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬