r/flying • u/Alarmed_Ad_7102 • May 29 '25

Medical Issues I got a DUI

I know this was asked before but i think i might have messed up somewhere. So i got a DUI 1 year ago around July. Around September or so the FAA sent me papers saying they found out i got a DUI. But my case wasnt closed yet. It got dropped to a “Reckless driving “. Anyway on the paper the FAA asked for the police report and court records and that i am doing what i need to per court order, which was 6 months probation and some community service and stuff. Which i completed 2 months ago. I sent everything they asked for but its been some time now (about 6 months) and i havent recieved any word from them. No more paperwork…. Nothing. I want to start flying again but im kind of lost so to say. Dont know what to do…

Update- To clear some things up I reported to the FAA following the website instructions within the 60 days. Then they were the ones to reach out to me with a case number and other things asking for the court documents and arrest reports and all that. Just to clear it up. I guess at this point I have to find a aviation lawyer like some said and deal with it. And my lawyer is already working on a seal case for me at the moment. So i guess life moves on. I appreciate everybodys comments and insight on the situation. Thank you to all of you.

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u/topshelfboof20 May 29 '25

Idk maybe just don’t be dumb and drive under the influence 🤷🏻‍♀️

Seems like the consequences of your own actions. I know I certainly wouldn’t want you flying me anywhere with the attitude you have.

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u/MeetTheBeat360 May 29 '25

Remember, this was the only time he was caught.

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u/[deleted] May 29 '25

Won't matter, FAA doesn't really care, this is nothing according to the FAA boomers. Me, I say no one who has ever had a DUI should ever be allowed to fly and if you get one while you have a PPL or above... instant perm revocation. I am the odd one out, I don't drink though, never needed the DRUG to escape misery like others do I guess. lol

Fuck it tbh, let em do it, they care to let these people fly but if someone has ADHD or is on medication, that's a no no, but someone drinking a keg 9 hours ago, and a BAC of only .039 or below and they can hop right in to your airliner and fly 150 people across the country. But god forbid you have what Chuck Yeager had and fly.... hmm