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Avion Express Probes Report Ex-Pilot Flew as Captain Without Required Qualifications

Eurowings says its safety team is reviewing possible exposure as key identity details remain unconfirmed.

Overview

  • Avion Express says it launched an internal investigation after receiving non-verified information about a former pilot’s professional background.
  • aeroTELEGRAPH first reported allegations that the man falsified documents to be rostered as captain despite previously serving only as a co-pilot.
  • Reports indicate he operated passenger flights for several months on Avion Express wet-lease services across Europe.
  • Eurowings confirms it has begun internal checks to determine whether any of its flights were affected, with no further details available.
  • The company states its hiring procedures comply with aviation rules, regulators have not announced findings, and no related safety incidents have been reported.