A lot of drug smuggling happens by airplane, and it’s not totally uncommon to see pilots and flight attendants involved, given how much they travel, plus the special privileges they have at some airports.
Well, here’s one of the most extreme stories I’ve ever heard — a Malaysia Airlines pilot was caught in Indonesia transporting 57 pounds of ecstasy. Not only that, but he even tested positive for methamphetamine, ecstasy, and cocaine.
The bag was later collected by a 39-year-old Malaysia Airlines pilot who had just completed flight MH727 from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). At that point, customs officers approached the pilot, and took him and the suitcase to a customs inspection room for further examination.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on One Mile at a Time.
