lawyer said that Faiz was not aware of the drink-fly rules in the UK.
The judge told Faiz: “This has been a high-profile case, attracting a good deal of media interest. It is important that the sentence I pass carries the important message that, in general terms, airline pilots who are in drink when they are about to fly will go to prison. Many people find flying a difficult and nervous ordeal at the best of times. They need to have absolute confidence in their safety and security.” Faiz admitted a charge of carrying out an ancillary aviation function while impaired by alcohol, contrary to the Railways and Transport Act 2003, at a previous hearing.
Speaking to The News, a spokesperson of the PIA confirmed that no legal aid was provided to Irfan Faiz. “We have made it clear that any PIA official found in violation of rules in Pakistan or abroad will be dealt strictly according to the relevant laws. We await to receive the written verdict about Irfan Faiz. Upon the completion of his sentence, Irfan Faiz will have to face further action in Pakistan for bringing into disrepute Pakistan and the PIA,” said the spokesperson, adding that Faiz will not be retained. The spokesman further added that PIA steward Syed Shahrukh Shah, who has been charged with the importation of 2.5KG Heroin (Class A) to the UK, will not be provided help at any stage and soon disciplinary action against him will be taken “when we are informed about the evidence on him”. “The strict policy applies in these cases as well as in all other cases where rules have been violated,” added the spokesperson.
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