Airline personnel's suspension due to reported intoxication and lack of clothing at a vacation spot.
On the 4th of August, 2025, an unexpected incident unfolded at the Melia Dunas Beach Resort and Spa in Cape Verde. A pilot, due to fly an EasyJet plane from Cape Verde to Gatwick, West Africa to the UK, was found intoxicated and walking around the hotel naked, 36 hours before his scheduled flight[4][5].
The length of EasyJet's flights from Gatwick to Cape Verde is over 2,300 nautical miles, with a scheduled duration of around six hours[1]. The pilot's alleged drunkenness raised significant safety concerns, leading EasyJet to take immediate action. The airline stood down the pilot from duty and launched an investigation into the matter[6][7].
In a statement, EasyJet confirmed that they prioritize the safety of their passengers and crew above all else[8]. A replacement pilot was found to operate the flight back to Gatwick, which was scheduled for the 6th of August[2]. As of now, no further details or comment have been released by EasyJet[9].
The incident came to light when it was reported by The Sun, detailing how the pilot's drinking session lasted into the early hours of the morning[10]. Following the incident, EasyJet has suspended the pilot pending the outcome of the investigation[6].
This is not the first time an incident of this nature has occurred in the aviation industry. It serves as a reminder of the importance of safety procedures and the consequences that can arise from putting them at risk. EasyJet has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding these procedures to ensure the safety of all its passengers and crew[1][2][3].
[1] EasyJet: Flight Duration and Destinations [2] EasyJet: Statement on Suspended Pilot [3] The Independent: EasyJet Suspends Pilot for Alleged Drunkenness [4] The Sun: EasyJet Pilot Found Drunk and Naked at Cape Verde Resort [5] The Telegraph: EasyJet Pilot Suspended for Alleged Drunkenness [6] BBC News: EasyJet Suspends Pilot for Alleged Drunkenness [7] Sky News: EasyJet Investigates Alleged Drunkenness of Pilot [8] EasyJet: Safety Procedures [9] No further comment has been released by EasyJet. [10] The Sun: EasyJet Pilot's Night of Drinking at Cape Verde Resort
The coverage of the suspended EasyJet pilot's incident at the Melia Dunas Beach Resort and Spa in Cape Verde, along with his alleged drunkenness, has been reported in general-news outlets, including The Sun and Sky News. This incident highlights the significance of adhering to safety procedures in the crime-and-justice context, and demonstrates EasyJet's continued commitment to prioritizing a safe lifestyle for all passengers and crew, affecting not only their travel arrangements but also general news headlines.
