Alliance Air pilot detained by IAF for filming in prohibited areas

An Alliance Air pilot was briefly detained by the Indian Air Force security personnel for taking pictures and videos of prohibited area at Rajasthan's Uttarlai Airport station.

Following the incident, the pilot has been de-rostered by the Airline, as per the ANI. Putting out a statement, Alliance Airline said "Safety for Alliance Air is paramount and such occurrences are viewed seriously by Alliance Air. The said pilot has been de-rostered pending investigation. We ensure that all required corrective actions are in place," stated the Alliance airline.

Alliance Air operated a charter flight from Delhi to Uttarlai Air Force Station on 9 January. After landing, the pilot clicked several pictures and made videos following which the IAF detained him.

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With ANI Inputs