Originally Posted by
CHADsterss
Just to be clear, just because I got arrested for a DWI does not mean I have an alcohol dependency problem. Maybe you did at the time and your body had enough of it, you can't compare your problems to my current situation with the FAA as what you stated and my matter are two completely different situation. I have no health issues.
But the FAA doesn't know that, and will assume the worst until proven otherwise. And yes "guilty until proven innocent" is perfectly legal in regards to aviation medical certification...flying is legally a privilege, not a right and public safety comes before your personal needs/desires/wants in aviation.