I use the 12 hr rule and I had ONE beer at a pub near an FAA building. And I insisted the waitress take the empty glass away immediately for appearance sake while I finished watching the game. For all of those who are feeling sorry for this guy, just think if your wife, daughter or parents were on that flight and there was an incident? Would you be so understanding then? Facts are; it makes the Regional Pilot group look bad and the fact that Legacies have done it doesn't make it better.
But, This guy will probably be at United in 6 months, while the rest of us keep our nose clean and will never see the right seat at a Legacy!!!