United Airlines Pilots Arrested Before Takeoff in Scotland

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United Airlines(GLASGOW) — Two United Airlines pilots were arrested in Glasgow, Scotland, Saturday morning before they were set to fly to Newark International Airport, according to police.

“Police Scotland can confirm that two men, aged 35 and 45 years, have been arrested and are presently detained in police custody in connection with alleged offences under the Railways and Transport Safety Act 2003 (Section 93),” said a statement from Glasgow police.

There were 141 passengers on board the 9 a.m. flight who were rebooked to a 7:15 p.m. flight with a new crew later in the evening.

United Airlines said the pilots had been removed from service and their flying duties. United also said it is cooperating with Scottish investigators and would conduct an independent investigation.

Police said the two men were expected to appear in court outside Glasgow on Monday.

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