Sounds like he tested positive to crack cocaine.
Whilst its no excuse to be off your noggin and flying an aeroplane with passengers the guy obviously has a substance abuse addiction.
Firing him will be a one way ticket down a very dark road.
I would have thought counseling and support would have been the most appropriate measure. Whilst its clear that he shouldn't continue his role as a Pilot, he should not be abandoned to his own devices either.
Sad times for the industry with these types of events occurring.
Last edited by MACH082; 20th Nov 2012 at 19:03.