It would be challenging to locate an airline that did not view a pilot flying while intoxicated as a dismissible crime. However, an Indian legislation that has been suggested would similarly penalize pilots who wear perfume.
An amendment to the regulations governing alcohol consumption has recently been proposed by India's Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), which regulates the nation's aviation sector.
In the rules, it is previously mentioned that mouthwash is one such substance that might result in a positive breath test in addition to alcoholic beverages. But a new paragraph, bolded here, makes specific reference to perfume.
It states that no crew member can use alcohol-containing products, mouthwash, dental gel, perfume, or other similar substances. This could produce a positive breathalyzer test result.
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The text says that any crew member using such medicine must speak with the corporate doctor before accepting a flying assignment.
Although perfumes can have very small levels of alcohol, it is unknown if wearing perfume can result in a false positive breath test.
In August 2015, the DGCA's official air safety regulations were approved. Through October 5, the planned addition is open for public comment.
The aviation industry has occasionally experienced problems with intoxicated pilots.
Pilot for Japan Airlines Katsutoshi Jitsukawa received a 10 month prison term in 2018 after a breath test immediately after takeoff revealed that his blood alcohol level was nine times the permissible limit.
Additionally, a Delta pilot from the US who was believed to be under the influence of alcohol was pulled off a fully boarding jet before takeoff.
We have zero tolerance for violations of Delta's alcohol policy, which is among the tightest in the business, an airline representative told CNN at the time.
