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In most states when you fail the breathalyzer your license is administratively suspended immediately. That constitutes an alcohol related administrative action and that IS reportable immediately. If you're ultimately convicted of the DUI you're required to report that as an additional event when...

The FAA uses the FAR definition of substance dependence, not the DSM definition of dependence used by "normal" doctors. The FAR definition is much more stringent than the one used by the general medical community. You need to hit ONE of the 4 conditions for dependence listed under...

It's not wrong, and you're correct that it's on the form. That's why I quoted directly from the form. 1. The line I quoted was, "List all visits in the last 3 years to a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, psychologist, clinical social worker, or substance abuse specialist for...

Your opinion is legally incorrect. Psychologists are state licensed health care professionals. They're not in the same league as a fitness trainer, career counselor, or life coach. The 8500-8 clearly states an applicant has to "list all visits within the last 3 years to a physician, physician...

You're welcome for the advice. Sometimes we need a kick in the a$$ to wake us up. Sounds like you have the right attitude, and if you maintain that you should make it through this. I genuinely hope that you do and get your medical back. More importantly, I hope that this will set you up for a...

Ugh, he has a factual misrepresentation on a medical application that involves a high BAC alcohol medical issue. The FIRST thing he needs is an aviation attorney. It's not about the medical, it's about him not losing all his certs, getting a huge fine, or ending up in prison. He's a CFI and...

It would be wise to have an AME review the planned tests before you take them. If Dr. Chien, or someone he recommends, is willing to help in that capacity even better. Ideally walk in the door to your cardiologist appointment with an exact written listen of what you'll need to satisfy the FAA...

It's always good to see legal opinions from the pros rather than us amateurs. Not to nitpick, but... The BasicMed SI requirement is for substance dependence within 2 years. There's no specific call out for substance abuse. 68.9(a)(iv). Minor correction for the sake of other readers. That...

I agree that it wouldn't be "fair". Just because we haven't heard of them doing it doesn't mean it hasn't/won't happen. I'm not saying it's a certainty, but it IS a possibility. If I were the OP and it was a legally possible outcome I would want to know about it. We don't have any way of...

I'm not saying he lied. 14 CFR 67.403(b) calls out for all (pilot, medical, SODAs, SIs etc) certificate revocation if the misrepresentation is intentional. 14 CFR 67.403(c) calls out medical certificate revocation if the statement is "incorrect". 67.403(c) is interpreted as unintentional...

BasicMed is not an option. He either has to satisfy them or they'll revoke the medical and likely the pilot certificate as well. He's now "under investigation". If he tries to relinquish the medical they'll refuse to accept it and revoke it. If he doesn't respond by the time limit provided...

Agreed, with exception.... While not pertinent to the OP, 14 CFR 61.15(a)(2) also calls out "Suspension or revocation of any certificate, rating, or authorization issued under this part." 1. If he gets any of the other conditions requiring a 1 time special issuance under BasicMed he'll be...

There is no such thing as a "Student Private Pilot Certificate", "Private Pilot Student Certificate", or "Student Sport Pilot Certificate". It's just a Student Certificate. To obtain a Private Pilot certificate through the Sport Pilot route you'd have to obtain a Student certificate, complete...

I wish we saw more interactions like this. Get the records, see what's in them, find a good AME that's willing to assist you (like Dr. Chien), be 100% honest/cooperative, maintain this problem solving mindset. Do this and you'll maximize your chances of obtaining a medical and minimize the pain...

You can't get a sport pilot certificate first without a student pilot certificate if you do not hold any other certificate. It's all laid out in 14 CFR 61. Sport Pilot has solo requirements to complete training. Solo requires a student pilot certificate and instructor endorsement. The FAA...

The medical question is "HAVE YOU EVER IN YOUR LIFE... " not, "HAVE YOU EVER IN YOUR LIFE, EXCEPT WHERE YOU HIRED A LAWYER TO HIDE YOUR PAST INDESCRETIONS..." If it happened you have to report it, even if it's expunged. Expungement is a state concept, and limitations/consequences vary from...

As far the FAA (and many medical professionals) are concerned, substance dependence is a diagnosis for LIFE. Actual usage of the substance only has a bearing as to whether you're in remission from substance dependence. Good luck.

First, start reconsidering acting on everything your spouse tells you to do. :) The thing that will get you is question "m" and "n" on the 8500-8/MedExpress. You have to report these things if you have "ever in your life been diagnoses with, had, or do you presently have any of the following"...

@Alt3000 I'll give you the obligatory statement that everyone concerned wants you to be safe and healthy before you fly. Please think long and hard about your current situation with regard to substance abuse and criminal behavior. Do not introduce aviation into your life until you've gotten...

They have to take the official stance that AA isn't the only aftercare option due to numerous court rulings that AA is in fact a religious program. In practice they don't like anything other than AA, and it will probably make the airman's life more difficult. That said, there are instances of...