So I screwed up big time. I’m 21 and I’ve been flying for 3 years, instructing for 18 months and have 650TT with 400 hours of instruction given, mostly in 172 but also 60 hours in an sr22
2 days ago I got arrested for dui and I’m pretty sure I blew over a 0.15BAC
Before you judge just know I understand I made a terrible decision. I’ve never been arrested before. I know it’s going to be an uphill battle from here but I’m determined to do whatever it takes to keep my career on track.
Dads a southwest pilot with a clean record and military background and following him there has always been a dream of mine I’m pretty devastated that I may have ruined that.
My concern is whether I can or cannot continue to fly for work as I am currently working as an instructor. I know I need to notify the FAA within 60 days of any conviction or license suspension, but can I still fly for work until I get a letter from the FAA saying otherwise. Do you think my medical and or Licenses will be revoked?
My my next biggest concern is how long might it take for a regionals to give me a chance. I know a lot of them won’t hire you 1. Because it’s a dui and 2. Because it restricts travel to Canada and other countries but is it true I can go through the Canadian rehabilitation program and receive my right to travel there in a year or so? I read about it on reddit.
Please be respectful in your comments. I know I screwed up big time. What’s always been my dream career might be hopeless now.
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