A British Airways pilot has been arrested on allegations of recording and sharing online unauthorized sexual footage of 16 women. The pilot has been suspended from flights during the investigation. A police investigation is ongoing.
Allegation of Sexual Abuse and Voyeurism Against British Airways Pilot
A pilot working for British Airways has been arrested following allegations that he recorded unauthorized sexual footage of 16 women and shared it online. The allegations came to light after partners and former partners discovered that the images had been published on immoral websites.
Suspended from Flights
Sources within British Airways stated that the pilot has been suspended from flights while the investigation continues and that support has been provided to him. The company has not yet made an official statement regarding the matter.
Details of the Allegations
It is claimed that the pilot targeted women aged between 24 and 36 between 2023 and 2025.
Victims alleged that they were secretly recorded with a laptop during sexual encounters.
It is further claimed that the pilot covered the light indicating that the computer camera was on with tape and targeted women from different airlines.
Other Allegations
Industry executives have also reported receiving information regarding allegations that the pilot used cocaine.
Police Investigation
The Metropolitan Police Service arrested the 31-year-old pilot on Thursday, 5 March, on suspicion of voyeurism. The arrest followed a report made to the police on Tuesday, 3 March, regarding unauthorized video recording and distribution. The individual was released on bail while the investigation continues.
Civil Aviation Authority and Measures
A spokesperson for the UK Civil Aviation Authority stated in a comment to The Sun newspaper that they could not comment on individual cases, but that reports of substance abuse are being reviewed and that all necessary measures are being taken.
