Originally Posted by
viking767
Friend of mine got pulled over and charged with DUI last week. Refused the breath test and was held for 24 hrs.
Had another incident about 10 years ago, was aquitted at trial.
Is his medical in jeopardy?
I had always been told the FAA thinks 2 incidents in 5 years is bad, but he is kind of worried about it.
Anybody in the know?
It is called 2 MVAs in a period of three years. Refusing a breath test is also considered an MVA. The deal with refusing is he will HAVE TO (MUST) submit the refusal on the appropriate form within 60 days of the date of refusal.
He should not be in jeopardy if that time frame is truthful. However these are guidelines. The FAA can do anything they want.
If he has had 2 MVAs in the past 3 years, the FAA can and will most likely suspend his medical. There is a way to beat this through a company that specifically deals with this and other medical events.
If you have any other questions, please PM me, I can give you a contact number, website etc.
Good Luck to your Buddy,
AA
Here is a link with excellent information
http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/...airmen_duidwi/