Pilots arrested after Libya Citation crash allegedly flew while intoxicated

Two pilots have been arrested following the crash of a Cessna Citation Latitude near Misrata International Airport in Libya. Libyan prosecutors allege that the two individuals were operating the aircraft while under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The aircraft crashed on November 16, 2023, resulting in significant damage to the plane. Investigations are currently underway by Libyan authorities regarding the circumstances surrounding the flight and the cause of the crash. Further details about the investigation’s findings remain pending official reports from the prosecuting team.