Originally Posted by
JohnBurke
Examples?
While the FAA has pursued some questionable cases in the past (including the infamous Hoover revocation, and that of an airline pilot in Alaska who made public statements that he grieved for his dead son each time he took off and overflew the cemetery), I am not aware of any cases of ten year old minor offenses that have ever lead to a requirement for a psychiatric evaluation.
Do you have any cases in mind?
I know somebody, but his issues were well into adulthood. Like I said, "typical" minor juvenile issues are not likely to trigger mental health concerns.
The FAA has latitude to decide which documented behavior patterns might be cause for concern. Substance abuse is case-in-point...if you get caught they'll assume a mental health issue, ie addiction.