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What do I take to my AME exam if I have a drug- or alcohol-related offense?

According to the FAA AME Guide, if you have a drug or alcohol-related offense, you will generally need to provide the following information to your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME):

  • Airman Personal Statement which address each item on the FAA Certification Aid- HIMS Drug and Alcohol - INITIAL  (page 4)
  • BLOOD/BREATH ALCOHOL CONTENT (BAC) from all offenses:
  • A copy of the narrative police/investigative report and a copy of the blood/breath alcohol content (BAC) report. NOTE: If you are unable to obtain a copy of the police investigative report, you will need to provide correspondence on official letterhead from the arresting jurisdiction advising that the investigating officer's report is unavailable/unobtainable. 
  • Complete copies of all court records associated with the offense.
  • A complete copy of your current driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles from any state that you have held a driver’s license, for the past 10 years.
  • All records associated with any care, hospital treatment related to your drug or alcohol related offense, or assessments/evaluations for substance abuse or related disorders. 

For the most accurate and specific guidance, it is essential to consult the AME Guide directly as requirements may vary based on individual circumstances and the specifics of the offense.  You can find out more in the AME Guide: https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/media/SubstancesAbuseDependenceFAQ.pdf