Can I Fly With A DUI?

[@150dbtrunk]

This video helped me out a lot thank you

[@sallagonia5773]

Many states (New York for example), have pre disposition suspension laws, usually at arraignment. The arraigning judge will suspend prior to hearing the case. That triggers the first FAA notification.

[@CustomWadeSaddles]

Thank you for this video. I'm 45 and have a dwi on my record. I'm glad to see I can continue to chip away at this and continue to be a private pilot. Before seeing this video I was going cancel my medical.

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

I am glad it was helpful.

[@midlifeflyer]

Good job, Chris.

[@lorendjones]

I have a student who made a mistake three years ago by driving while just over the legal limit. He gave up alcohol completely and went on the FAA's mandated random testing program. He's been clean on every test for three years. Yet they continually layer on more and more treatment requirements, despite his treatment counselors testifying that he has substance abuse issues. All this for a third class medical so he can fly a Light Sport aircraft. Personally, I think OKC medical branch is out of control.

[@lorendjones]

@itp5x5 you may be ok with it being more than five years. Here's a link to the FAA guidelines for AMEs: www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame/guide/media/DUIDWI_Alcohol_Incidents_Disposition_Table.pdf

[@Mean_Gene_69]

How does time factor into the DUI situation? If someone is interested in being a new pilot how much time should I Walt until even bothering to apply for medical clearance? It's been 7 years since my DUI. I'd love to be a private pilot and really have no desire to be a commercial

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

The best thing to do is consult with an Aviation Medical Examiner and explain the circumstances. There are some really good companies that will help with your medical issues such as www.aviationmedicine.com/.

[@lorendjones]

Beyond five years, it depends on the BAC of the incident: www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame/guide/media/DUIDWI_Alcohol_Incidents_Disposition_Table.pdf

[@lorendjones]

BTW, while it's true gliders and Light Sport don't require a medical, it's my understanding that the minute you learn you are ineligible for a medical the drivers license privilege ceases, as well.

[@legalapproach]

A denial of an application for a medical certificate makes the pilot ineligible for light sport and basic med. However, gliders and non- commercial balloon operations do not require a medical or DL at all. Those are always an option.

[@jonwilder9220]

A denial of application resets the minute you get issued any type of medical, even a special issuance. If you can succeed at getting a special issuance medical, and you just let it quietly expire without it being suspended or revoked, or the special issuance withdrawn, you can then fly as any of the other ratings that only require a driver license medical. You can also go Basic Med at that point. If you let your SI medical expire, you no longer have to comply with the terms of the special issuance, and they cannot withdraw the special issuance for not complying while you don't hold an active medical certificate.

[@mikecoy7523]

For sports pilots, you have to fill out FAA Form 8710-11, Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application Supplemental Information and Instructions they ask on line Za. "Have you ever been convicted for violation of any Federal or State statutes relating to narcotic drugs, marijuana, or depressant or stimulant drugs or substances". Do you have to answer yes if you had a past DUI? and if so won't that disqualify anyone from obtaining the Sports Pilots Cert?

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

If you have a question on how complete the 8710-11 form you can ask your AME for guidance prior to your medical. Most importantly, don't ever lie on a FAA medical application because this can lead to revocation or denial. Your AME can help. I suggest you reach out to the AME.

[@DesminReloaded]

Love the video, is there a way to in contact with either one of you? I would love to get advice in aviation asap

[@tj3988]

You have rights in this country and too many people neglect these rights. I dosagree with the attorney having to report a DUI I was arrested for when that resulted in a nonconviction. Only convictions whould be reported.

[@drewhour]

I want to become a pilot in Kissimmee

[@StarlightMoon-22]

is it possible to return back to work after serving a year in jail for a failed drug on a second DUI? This person has 2 DUi's in the state and 1 aggravated DUI in another.

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

Anything is possible but the process might take longer. I would hire an aviation medical consultant to help you through the process.

[@Frank-uj5cr]

The hims program is too expensive for a 3rd class medical and someone who just wants to rec fly.

[@derek112777]

How expensive?

[@Frank-uj5cr]

@@derek112777 60k for the first 60 days on rehab and about 20k a year in monitoring for the next 5 years or longer if ur trying to be an airline pilot. If its just for a hobby you may not need to do the rehab, but after you get your first si you can go basic med and be done with it all, my si took a year to get so i spent like 18k and now am on basic med.

[@derek112777]

If I just want to have 3rd class and retain that alone, will that be the same cost?

[@derek112777]

Thank you for thr reply

[@Frank-uj5cr]

@@derek112777 it just depends the faa just kept adding more and more and it felt like they drove me to basic med, it was going to be about 20k a year to keep the third class.

[@jaironbrackett3643]

So what if you have one ovi and 3 years old what steps do I have to take?

[@legalapproach]

If the DUI BAC was under .10 go ahead and apply for the medical. Over .10 check with an aviation attorney first. If you refused the BAC test, the FAA Alcohol Program (HIMS) will be needed to obtain a medical certificate.

[@germb747]

Guilty until proven..............well, never mind. It doesn't matter if you're proven innocent; you're still guilty.

[@flyashish]

I was arrested for DUI but not convicted (the case was ultimatley dismissed) back in January of 2021 when I was 17. I am now 20 and and trying to get my first class medical certficate to continue my pilot training. I have about 60 hours so far and need my meidcal certificate before I can solo and finish my private. It was a one time offense and I have no substance abuse history with alchahol just a bad one time mistake and the bac was 0.07 although I don't have any official documents regarding the bac. (I am trying my best to obtain these documents and the police report). After going to the AME I passed all the phsycial tests but they had to defer the application to the FAA for them to review it last week. My AME told me they will either issue a certificate or tell me what else I may need to do in order to get the medical. I was told they can take 4-8 weeks if not longer them to respond. Do you know what will the most likley outcome for me and what my best options are? Any advice and tips would be highly appreciated as I am very passionate about aviation and I can't think of doing anything else.

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

If you are looking toward an aviation career we can discuss your best path and options through my career coaching at: www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ You might want to also reach out to an aviation attorney such as those at the Law Offices of Robert Strumor at www.strumorlaw.com

[@alexschenewerk7436]

Im 23, I have hours logged with my Student but I haven’t yet applied for my medical. It’s been about 3 years since I had a dui that was dropped ( no conviction ) wasn’t an alcohol dui was a drug dui. But like I said I was very young , I have 3 arrests in my history all around the age of 17-18 with no convictions. I also have been treated for opiate addiction due to an accident in where I was prescribed opiates and got addicted. This was all 3 or so years ago I have no convictions and all that time since with no trouble with the law. Would I get deferred for just the arrests alone? What should I do?

[@alexschenewerk7436]

Also, my drivers license was never revoked or anything. This is unusual with DUIs but mine was in Missouri and for whatever reason I never had my license revoked or anything.

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

Hi Alex. It would probably be best to discuss this offline. I am available for career coaching at www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/.

[@Treys_den]

@@AviationCareersPodcast I have a similar situation want to be a pilot very bad ! Can ya help me answer some questions ??

[@Treys_den]

@@AviationCareersPodcast an great video answered alot of questions I still have more thou !

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

@@Treys_den Please send your questions to [e-mail]. You may also want to consider signing up for a personal coaching session at www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/

[@berndfloitgraf595]

I am a German. What the hell is DUI? Drugs? What sort of drugs?

[@midlifeflyer]

"Driving Under the Influence." Either alcohol or drugs. What is the German term?

[@AviationCareersPodcast]

Driving Under The Influence. Here is a good definition: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Driving_under_the_influence

[@elrober707]

You are not driving the plane!