Trinidad: Caribbean Airlines flight grounded by strong smell of alcohol on board

BW 3502
BW 3502

(TRINIDAD EXPRESS) Caribbean Airlines has disclosed that flight BW 3502 bound for ANR Robinson International Airport, Tobago was brought to a stop at the end of the runway at the ANR Robinson International Airport in keeping with standard operating procedures, after the cockpit crew were alerted by a strong smell of alcohol in the aircraft.

The aircraft landed safely and was towed to a gate position where all passengers and crew disembarked, according to CAL.

The aircraft has been withdrawn from service and all appropriate inspections and procedures are in progress to return the aircraft to service in good time.

Caribbean Airlines assured stakeholders that safety is a number one priority.