# Pilot arrested at Indonesian airport with 70,000 ecstasy pills

A pilot was arrested at an Indonesian airport after authorities found 70,000 ecstasy pills in their possession. The incident highlights the scale of drug smuggling attempts through airports in the region. The pilot now faces severe penalties under Indonesia's strict drug laws.

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## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c9d8662gyx5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:18:03 GMT