Greater Manchester Police stated that two cabin crew members were arrested at Manchester Airport on 2 May 2026 after initial breath tests exceeded the aviation duty limit. The captain raised concerns about their fitness and requested to go to the gate, prompting police to attend.
Subsequent tests taken in custody, however, showed readings within legal limits, and both individuals were released without charge. A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: 'Any further action is a matter for the airline.' The airline involved has not been named, and it is unclear why the initial and subsequent tests produced different results.
Police attended the Manchester Airport on 2 May 2026 after concerns about the fitness of two cabin crew members to perform their duties. Both individuals were arrested after initial breath tests indicated readings above the limit for aviation duties. However, subsequent tests in custody they were within the legal limit, and they were released without charge. Any further action is a matter for the airline.