diane: maria, the charter plane city, michigan. the man's copilot noticed the partner acting oddly and called authorities. 35-year-old pilot, who was 35-year-old pilot, who was plane, he was preparing for a flight for departure at the time. >> they were able to detect a strong odor of intoxicants, bloodshot watery eyes. tests were administered which would indicate intoxication. reporter: they released a statement saying we are proud of captain manny ramirez's immediate action in detecting the co-pilot's condition and removing him from his position. this is yet another example of talon air's our clients and for airport safety.