Doogie gets arrested

[CruiseO]

Doug, meet Tom and Chris:

Allegedly Drunk Pilots Lose Licenses

MIAMI, July 4, 2002


(CBS) The Federal Aviation Administration revoked the licenses of two America West pilots accused of trying to fly a jetliner from Miami to Phoenix while drunk.

The federal agency announced on Thursday that emergency orders taking away the licenses are effective immediately.

Federal regulations prohibit pilots from operating an aircraft or performing other safety-sensitive functions within eight hours of consuming alcohol or if they have an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or higher, said FAA spokeswoman Laura Brown. America West's policy is 12 hours.

Wednesday, America West (AWA.N) said it was firing the pilots. They can appeal under their union contract.

The decision to fire them was made after authorities in Florida reported that "there was indeed alcohol in their system, in clear violation of (company) policy which is zero tolerance for alcohol use," America West spokeswoman Patty Nowack said.

Police said breath tests revealed the two pilots had blood-alcohol levels above 0.08 percent.

 

[delldude]

.096 and 20mph over??? Doogie is lying thru his teeth if he said he only had 3 beers in 2 hours. Especially if he's 6' plus. What was he drinking, 40's???

Duh...he only had two....

 

[nycbusdriver]

:blink: How sad that some of our employees are so quick to cast stones.
The reality is that the analysis of Doug's blood has not come back or been reported and in this country all people are supposedly innocent until proven guilty.

It's easy to rely on would've, could’ve, should’ve but he didn't injure anyone. Agreed, he made a poor decision but we all have one time or another.

I personally, support him and wish him all the best. I'm certain the embarrassment alone is enough of a punishment.

Pay attention now...

Parker's blood came back .096. It was reported on this thread previously. In fact, Doug himself admitted this fact in his letter to the employees.

 

[Ramp Rat]

I wonder how long it will take before the press release announcing Doug is entering rehab will come out? If it's good enough for Miss USA and Mel Gibson, it should be good enough for Doogie.

So let me guess, we are going to be hearing about Doogie making out with Kirby and the Donald bailing them out

 

[TheNewLowFare]

The cops in arizona sucks!!! They let the illegal immigrants get away with everything. One of my friends got involved in an accident and this cop let this illegal immigrant get away because he didn't have a license and insurance. The state cost more money to prosecute them and they foot the bill, so they let them get away. But if you are a citizen, they bust you for everything. Our justice system sucks!

 

[allegheny36]

700, leave it alone already. He got arrested and will get a hearing. At least he wasn't drinking beer, wine, booze with the money of the many hard working IAM members who see their dues money often 'liquified' at meetings, conventions, etc.

regards,

I agree enough already, And 700 if he was an IAM brother you would be spinning a different tale.

 

[N903AW]

The cops in arizona sucks!!!

I think the Law Enforcement Officers in Scottsdale are doing a fine job, thank you. They stopped and arrested a person driving under the influence that was a possible deadly hazard to others on the road.

 

[Harry Callahan]

I think the Law Enforcement Officers in Scottsdale are doing a fine job, thank you. They stopped and arrested a person driving under the influence that was a possible deadly hazard to others on the road.

+1 Thank you

 

[ussnark]

Everyone go Here quick !!!!!

Before it is retracted

FAUX news is on the case
Tell me besides the sensational highlighted words what is very wrong with this clip!!!

I feel a lawsuit coming. Wonder if Rupert will have to do another mea culpa.

Why would you be surprised?

Faux Entertainment. Bright colors, lots of movement. Something for the droolers in the country.

Look, over there, a bright new shiney thingy. and yes, in breaking news, Nicole is still dead.

Has Rupert even done one apology?

 

[missthe727]

Duh...he only had two....

Somebody already said it here but c'mon...when is someone actually truthful about the amount of alcohol one has consumed???

I will tell you this. Dougie was up in F/C when I worked from CLT to PHX last spring and he consumed over a bottle and a half of red wine in flight on his own....I think I had enough left in the bottle for maybe one more glass and no, he chose not to have any chicken or beef....the man likes to party.

Should have asked him if he was driving then.............

 

[PITbull]

I agree enough already, And 700 if he was an IAM brother you would be spinning a different tale.

IAM would have given better representation and obvious advice. Dougie's attorney in the back seat didn't, and yet at a higher fee per hour.

What I don't get is why Dougie spent the call on the attorney that was in the vehicle with him. Why didn't the lawyer drive Dougie's car to the police station and wait for Dougie. Instead Dougie had to be arrested, escorted to the police station, and then call the attorney, who was driving his car where????

How'd wall street take the news? Anyone know what LCC did this week?

 

[allegheny36]

IAM would have given better representation and obvious advice.

What have you been drinking? Maybe someone should take your keys away.

 

[PITbull]

What have you been drinking? Maybe someone should take your keys away.

Well, think about it? Would you hire his lawyer for advice? I think the guy would fair better with a union rep; cheaper too.

 

[allegheny36]

Well, think about it? Would you hire his lawyer for advice? I think the guy would fair better with a union rep; cheaper too.

My point was that the IAM is the last place to look for help. :down:

 

[BuffaloJoe]

I will tell you this. Dougie was up in F/C when I worked from CLT to PHX last spring and he consumed over a bottle and a half of red wine in flight on his own....

And you Knowingly kept serving him wine, when you knew he was intoxicated.....He may just have to call on you as a character witness, he can handle a bottle and a half and still be able to get served.