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EVA Air suspends Boeing 777 captain after alleged physical altercation with first officer at LAX

EVA Air has suspended the captain of a Boeing 777 pending an internal and regulatory investigation after the pilot allegedly struck the first officer during taxi at Los Angeles International Airport. The incident occurred before departure on a Taipei‑bound flight and prompted immediate airline action.

Discovered 2026-01-19T22:15:48.064511-08:00 | 2026-01-19T22:15:48.064511-08:00

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  • Captain suspended and an internal/regulatory probe opened after an alleged physical confrontation in the cockpit during taxi at LAX, raising immediate safety and crew‑fitness questions.
  • The case joins recent high‑profile crew conduct and vetting incidents, including the Air India captain removal at Vancouver and the Avion Express probe into pilot credentials, underscoring regulatory and reputational risk.
  • Expect heightened scrutiny of reporting procedures, crew rostering and oversight from airlines and regulators as investigations proceed; operational disruption and public confidence are immediate concerns.

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2026-01-19T22:15:48.064511-08:00
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2026-01-21T14:20:49.607124-08:00
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