For fighting while flying their plane thousands of feet above sea level, and with hundreds of souls on board, Air France has suspended two pilots over unprofessional conduct.
The two pilots were said to have got into an avoidable altercation while on the plane.
The management of Air France described their conduct as “totally inappropriate mid-flight brawl”.
Cabin personnel were said to have overhead the two pilots in a conflict and had to separate them. They were also said to have exchanged blows before they were separated.
The fight, according to reports, took place inside the cockpit shortly after takeoff.
One of the pilots remained in the flight deck for the remainder of the voyage after the fight.
Air France has, in recent times, come under criticism for its alleged violation of safety procedures.
Although the actual reason for the fight remains unclear, Air France spokesperson, according to reports, referred to it as ”totally inappropriate behaviour.
Local media reported that Air France is investigating the incident, which happened in the early hours of Sunday, August 28, 2022.