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The Pilots Desk
US-FAA14 CFR 61.15

Offenses involving alcohol or drugs

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In plain English

Drug- and alcohol-related motor-vehicle offenses (like a DUI), and any drug conviction, must be reported to the FAA (a written report to the Civil Aviation Security Division within 60 days), and they can be grounds for denial, suspension or revocation of a certificate.

Key points

  • Report alcohol/drug-related MV actions to the FAA within 60 days.
  • A single conviction and the related license action can each trigger a report.
  • Failure to report is itself a basis for action.

Common pitfalls

  • Not realizing a DUI must be reported even before any FAA medical exam.

*This is a plain-English summary for study only. The official 14 CFR text on this page is controlling — always read the current regulation.*

This is an original plain-English explanation for training and reference, not legal advice and not for navigation. Always rely on the current official rule linked above. Last reviewed June 7, 2026.