Delta Flight Attendants Removed After Failing Breathalyzer

Two Delta flight attendants fail a random breathalyzer test before a flight, one blowing seven times the legal limit! 🌐 #News #AtlantaGA #Georgia #Airlines

ATLANTA, GA – Delta, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, has a strict no-tolerance alcohol policy. Two Delta Air Lines flight attendants were yanked from a flight at the airport after blowing alarming alcohol levels in a random breathalyzer test. The attendants, who were set to fly to John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City, were found to be significantly over the legal limit, including one who blew a staggering seven times the legal threshold.

Routine Breathalyzer Testing at Schipol Airport

On Friday, 445 airline employees underwent routine breathalyzer checks at Amsterdam’s Schipol Airport. Among those tested, two Delta attendants were found to be over the legal alcohol limit in the Netherlands. The checks were part of a random testing process, which also identified a third employee from a different airline who failed the test.

One of the Delta flight attendants tested at 0.024, just above the legal alcohol limit of 0.02 in the Netherlands. As a result, this individual was fined $290.

The second Delta flight attendant recorded a much higher blood alcohol content of 0.143, which is seven times the legal limit for flight crews. This reading is nearly double the legal driving limit in the United States. This employee faced the maximum fine of $1,900.

Delta’s Response to the Incident

A spokesperson for Delta confirmed the incident, explaining that the event did not disrupt the flight schedule. The airline emphasized that it enforces one of the strictest alcohol policies in the industry. The two flight attendants were removed from their scheduled duties, but the flight to JFK was able to depart on time without any delays.

Along with the two Delta employees, a third flight attendant from a different airline was also found to have exceeded the legal alcohol limit. This individual was also fined the maximum penalty of $1,900.

Alcohol Regulations for Flight Crews

In the U.S., the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recommends that flight crews refrain from drinking alcohol for at least eight hours before flying. Meanwhile, the Netherlands enforces even stricter regulations, prohibiting airline staff from consuming alcohol within 10 hours of a flight. These regulations are in place to ensure the safety of both passengers and crew.

The incident underscores the importance of maintaining strict alcohol policies for flight attendants and other airline personnel. While the Delta flight proceeded without disruption, the event highlights the need for rigorous standards to ensure the safety and readiness of airline crews.

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