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Japan Airlines flights delayed after another pilot drinking incident

Japan Airlines faced delays impacting about 630 passengers after a captain exceeded alcohol limits, prompting regulatory investigations and ongoing efforts to improve safety culture.

  • Three Japan Airlines flights from Hawaii to Japan were delayed after a pilot admitted to drinking alcohol the day before his flight, affecting around 630 passengers.
  • The pilot was scheduled to fly from Honolulu but called in sick, revealing he drank the day before.
  • The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism began an investigation into JAL on Sept 3 due to this incident.
  • JAL has apologized for the situation and stated it will implement measures to prevent future alcohol-related incidents.
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Because of the excessive alcohol consumption of a pilot, Japan Airlines had to postpone several flights. Now a list of drink-loving employees is to be kept. Because this was not the first incident of this kind.

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Asahi broke the news in Tokyo, Japan on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
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