How a pilot who tested positive for drugs bypassed aviation's safety nets
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KUALA LUMPUR: He was known within the industry as "a man with a temperament", yet met every technical requirement to fly a commercial aircraft.
From the original report
That is the profile of the Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested in Indonesia for allegedly attempting to smuggle more than 70,000 ecstasy pills.
Following his arrest, a urine test conducted by Indonesian authorities found the suspect positive for methamphetamine, MDMA and cocaine.
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- Aug 5, 2026
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- Aug 15, 2026
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