The Alaska Supreme Court has issued a ruling ordering Kenneth J. Jouppi to return his chartered aircraft to the state. The court determined that Jouppi attempted to smuggle alcohol into the small community of Juneau, violating Alaskan law regarding the transportation of alcoholic beverages. The pilot was found to be attempting to transport a six-pack of beer, exceeding legal limits. The court’s decision constitutes a financial penalty, requiring Jouppi to return the plane and its contents to the state. The FAA is currently investigating the incident.
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