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Busted for Heroin: When Pilots Fly High

The Psychedelic Skies

JetBlue suspended an employee arrested for alleged heroin possession—but how many pilots really fly while under the influence?

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Pool photo by Aram Boghosian

Over the weekend, JetBlue pilot John Manwaring was arrested in Boston and charged with heroin possession. In a statement, JetBlue stated that he’s been removed from duty until the outcome of his case is decided.

According to the police report, Manwaring was arrested after officers watched him walk into Boston Common...

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