In a notable disciplinary action at Japan Airlines, company's top-level executives took a pay cut following an incident involving one of the airline’s pilots being caught under the influence of alcohol. While the incident's complete details remain undisclosed, it reflects how alcohol-related issues are viewed in a serious light within the corporate airplane sector in Japan.

In Japan, drinking is considered a significant part of corporate culture. However, strict rules around drinking are maintained, especially where safety is concerned. In this case, the public expects swift and significant penalties because the incident directly impacts passenger safety. The decision by the airline to penalize not just the individual pilot, but also the higher-ups, has resulted in heightened discussions about accountability within corporate Japan.

In the U.S. and EU, alcohol-related offenses in the aviation industry are taken seriously, with offenders usually facing strong disciplinary action. However, the act of executives taking a pay cut is less common and unlikely to occur for the misconduct of a pilot. In these regions, punishments are usually centered around the individual at fault and can include termination, fines, or jail time, rather than corporate-wide punishments.