A pilot for Southwest Airlines was arrested on Wednesday for driving under the influence while operating a flight at the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The pilot, David Allsop, was taken into custody after airport police boarded his plane and apprehended him. Southwest Airlines confirmed that the employee has been removed from duty pending further investigation. The airline expressed its commitment to ensuring the safety of both employees and customers, accommodating affected travelers on alternative flights.
Source: https://www.wtoc.com/2025/01/15/southwest-pilot-arrested-dui-plane-savannah-hilton-head-international-airport