Regulator Alleges Airline Allowed Flight Attendants To Return To Work Without Proper Testing
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a $255,000 civil penalty against American Airlines, alleging the carrier allowed 12 flight attendants who failed drug and alcohol tests to return to work without completing required follow-up testing. The alleged violations occurred between May 2019 and December 2023, with the employees resuming safety-sensitive duties before fulfilling all mandated testing requirements. American Airlines stated that it is reviewing the notice and emphasized its commitment to safety and collaboration with the FAA. The proposed penalty comes just days after a similar action against Southwest Airlines, as reported by AeroTime.