Canada’s transport regulator has asked Air India to investigate an incident ‍of a pilot reporting for duty under the influence of alcohol and failing two breathalyzer tests.

Axar.az informs, citing Reuters, the tests were conducted by Canadian police at Vancouver International Airport, after the pilot was asked to leave the aircraft, the person said.

The incident was labelled as a “serious ⁠matter” by Transport Canada in a letter to Air India and authorities are likely to pursue enforcement action, the person added.

In a statement, Air India confirmed the flight from Vancouver to Delhi on December 23 experienced a last-minute delay due to the incident, adding that an alternate pilot was brought in to operate ‍the flight.

“The pilot has been taken off flying duties during the process of enquiry. Air India maintains a zero-tolerance ‍policy towards any violation of ‍applicable rules and regulations,” ⁠Air India said.

“Pending the outcome of the investigation, ‌any confirmed violation will attract strict disciplinary ⁠action in line with company policy.”

The ‍letter from Transport Canada official Ajit Oommen has asked Air India to provide its findings and details ⁠of steps taken to prevent future occurrences by January 26, the person familiar with the matter said.