EasyJet Captain Suspended After Drunken Naked Incident at Cape Verde Hotel

A veteran EasyJet captain was suspended after being seen drunk and naked roaming a luxury hotel in Cape Verde during a layover, just over 36 hours before he was scheduled to fly passengers back to London Gatwick. The pilot's behavior, which included walking through the hotel’s reception, gym, and spa areas unclothed in the early morning, was reported by hotel guests, some of whom were passengers on his upcoming flight. EasyJet promptly grounded the captain and arranged a replacement pilot to avoid flight delays, emphasizing that passenger and crew safety is their highest priority. The airline has launched an investigation into the incident, highlighting the breach of their code of business ethics requiring staff to act with integrity. Sources described the pilot’s conduct as profoundly unprofessional and damaging to the airline’s reputation, stressing that no one would feel safe flying with him after such behavior. The incident underscores the strict regulations airlines enforce regarding crew sobriety and professionalism, especially ahead of passenger flights.