FAA Medical with a Possession Charge

About this episode

The episode discusses FAA medical certifications and the implications of possession charges for pilots, blending humor with practical legal advice.

In this episode, the Ison brothers tackle the tricky world of FAA medical certifications with their trademark humor and practical advice. Listen in as they explain actual vs. constructive possession and discuss what pilots should do if they find themselves facing a drug-related charge. From viral memes to real-life legal snafus, this episode offers both laughs and clarity. Before you grab that next bottle of sauce or your flight bag, tune in to make sure you're ready for takeoff. Show Highlights Learn the difference between actual & constructive possession [05:06] These complexities of possession charges might surprise you [08:11] How to answer question 18W on the medical application? [09:27] Here is a real-life incident of marijuana possession [12:48] Discover the link between CFR 61.51 and possession charges [14:26] What if a pilot discovers a vape pen with THC in their bag? [17:59] When would they ask for a 48-hour drug test? [22:17] Find out what a substance abuse evaluation is [24:56] For more information or to get in touch with us, go to https://thepilotlawyer.com/contact/

People in this episode

Host: Ison brothers

Topics covered

• FAA medical certifications
• possession charges
• drug-related legal advice
• pilot regulations
• substance abuse evaluation

Keywords

• FAA medical
• possession charge
• drug-related charge
• pilot advice
• substance abuse evaluation

Mentioned in this episode

Products: vape pen, THC

Books & works: CFR 61.51

Places: FAA

More episodes of The Pilot Lawyer Podcast

• Conditions the FAA Won't Certify · November 28, 2025 · 28 min
• FAA Disqualifying Medications · November 21, 2025 · 34 min
• Reporting a DUI to the FAA · October 24, 2025 · 37 min
• FAA Medicals and MOSAIC · August 15, 2025 · 26 min
• Appealing a FAA Medical Denial to the NTSB · August 1, 2025 · 36 min
• Preparing for the HIMS Program · July 25, 2025 · 31 min