Hey everyone! Happy Hump Day
So, after doing an extensive search through the forum and reading some great advice, I I wanted to throw out a circumstance that my boyfriend is in because I see some great info, but it's pretty dated.
*I apologize for the length ahead of time; I registered for the forum today and I want to get answers to all questions if possible
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My boyfriend made some mistakes when he was younger and now has two alcohol related charges on his record from when he was 20 and 21 (before he met me). He is now 24, in a very healthy spot in his life, and wants to make flying a dream come true.
When he first submitted the application for his first class, because he was honest about his past, he was denied the medical until he saw a psychiatrist for an evaluation due to 'alcohol dependence'. He waited for about 2 months, and just got a letter from the FAA stating that they are 'unable to establish eligibility to hold an airman medical certificate at this time'. In the letter, it lists requirements for further consideration including rehab, AA, counseling, random drug tests, 4-6 months of successful ongoing monitoring, a second psychological evaluation, and then request for consideration for a Special Issuance.
He is completely willing to go through these steps.
My questions:
- is he monitored for the rest of his career now because of stupid choices in the past?
- will be never be able to enjoy the freedom of having a drink or two, even if he doesn't drink?
- will this follow him and keep him from jobs?
The second issue/circumstance is that he will be doing a SODA because of minor vision color impairments (not even sure I explained that correctly).
Question: will this keep him from jobs too?
I want this so badly for him because he has worked so hard at a clean record and getting his life back together.
I really really appreciate all of the help/advice I can get. From what I can see, this is an extremely dedicated and caring group of aviation professionals.
Thanks again!!!