Are you subject to discharge if you were to smuggle contraband or any article which appropriate taxes/duties have not been paid?

Are you subject to discharge if you were to smuggle contraband or any article which appropriate taxes/duties have not been paid?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only if detected by security
• D. Only if the value exceeds a threshold

Answer: (A)

Engaging in illegal activity like smuggling or evading taxes/duties is grounds for discharge because employees are expected to follow the law and the company’s conduct standards at all times. This kind of act undermines safety, security, and trust essential to airline operations, so the organization treats it as serious misconduct. The consequence isn’t dependent on whether it’s detected by security or on the amount involved—the act itself can justify termination. In short, illicit behavior that violates law and policy is treated as cause for removal from employment.

Engaging in illegal activity like smuggling or evading taxes/duties is grounds for discharge because employees are expected to follow the law and the company’s conduct standards at all times. This kind of act undermines safety, security, and trust essential to airline operations, so the organization treats it as serious misconduct. The consequence isn’t dependent on whether it’s detected by security or on the amount involved—the act itself can justify termination. In short, illicit behavior that violates law and policy is treated as cause for removal from employment.