What Happened
Japan Airlines Executives Face Disciplinary Action Over Safety Breach
Japan Airlines President and CEO Mitsuko Tottori will take a 30% pay cut for two months following a cabin crew alcohol violation that delayed a domestic flight. Chairperson Yuji Akasaka will also receive a 30% salary reduction and be removed from his post as safety controller. The incident occurred when a female cabin attendant tested positive for alcohol before a flight from Hiroshima to Tokyo, violating JAL’s policy. The airline has since implemented an immediate ban on cabin crew drinking during layovers before return flights. This is not the first time JAL executives have faced consequences over crew alcohol violations, with similar incidents occurring in 2025 and 2018. The incident was first reported by AeroTime.