Would this disqualify a pilot?

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airlinecpt0034

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Hello,
My friend whom is currently going through some major legal problems dealing with an internet crime as well as a possible registration as a sexual offender is a pilot who would like to become an airline pilot. He is currently in the military and has one year left, which he is unsure at this point what is going to happen legaly with him. He has had no prior issues and he is currently a rated private pilot. He is 23 years old and he is also planning on getting therapy for his issues. Is there any way that an airline would hire him? His criminal offenses are not part of the 28 disqualifying offenses, but he is worried that an airline would not consider him for employment. Does anyone have any advice for him? Thank you
 
It would depend if the crime is a felony or not. The sex offender thing is a touchy subject with any one or any job.
 
airlinecpt0034 said:
Hello,
My friend whom is currently going through some major legal problems dealing with an internet crime as well as a possible registration as a sexual offender is a pilot who would like to become an airline pilot. He is currently in the military and has one year left, which he is unsure at this point what is going to happen legaly with him. He has had no prior issues and he is currently a rated private pilot. He is 23 years old and he is also planning on getting therapy for his issues. Is there any way that an airline would hire him? His criminal offenses are not part of the 28 disqualifying offenses, but he is worried that an airline would not consider him for employment. Does anyone have any advice for him? Thank you
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The newly defined child protection law prohibits registered sex offenders to be in a certain distance of minors. Since being a commercial pilot puts you in face to face contact with the general public including children. I highly doubt that he would be successful landing a job flying passengers but Cargo maybe.

It still doesn't look good to be a registered sexual predator and especially if he doesn't mention it at an interview from the beginning. Do some research on Google you'll find out more.
 
yes but it depends on what type (level) of sex offender he is and if he's been determined as a predator risk. not all sex offenders have to be clear of minors.

the problem is that if he ends up deemed a sex offender, then it will be indeed a felony crime and he'll have to meet with a probation officer once a month if not more often (again, dependent on level of offender risk). my bet is that he will probably find it VERY difficult to find a job that deals with traveling and/or lots of minors because he'll have to get it ok'd by his probation officer and by the state (i think?) and if he's at all a flight risk....

as far as i know, sex offenders can't apply for release from the list for about 20 years.

btw.. sex offender and sex predator are two entirely different things..especially in the court system. just an FYI
 
Be reminded that if there is a conviction, misdemeanor or felony, it must be reported at the next medical.

From the FAA:
The applicant must report any other (nontraffic) convictions (e.g., assault, battery, public intoxication, robbery, etc.). The applicant must name the charge for which convicted and the date of the conviction(s), and copies of court documents (if available). It must be pointed out that considerations for safety, which in the mental area are related to a compromise of judgment and emotional control or to diminished mental capacity with loss of behavioral control, are not the same as concerns for emotional health in everyday life. Some problems may have only a slight impact on an individual's overall capacities and the quality of life but may nevertheless have a great impact on safety. Conversely, many emotional problems that are of therapeutic and clinical concern have no impact on safety.

The decision regarding the next medical certificate will lie with the FAA and not the AME. The FAA states: The category of personality disorders severe enough to have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts refers to diagnosed personality disorders that involve what is called "acting out" behavior. These personality problems relate to poor social judgment, impulsivity, and disregard or antagonism toward authority, especially rules and regulations.

A history of long-standing behavioral problems, whether major (criminal) or relatively minor (truancy, military misbehavior, petty criminal and civil indiscretions, and social instability), usually occurs with these disorders. Driving infractions and previous failures to follow aviation regulations are critical examples of these acts.

Certain personality disorders and other mental disorders that include conditions of limited duration and/or widely varying severity may be disqualifying. Under this category, the FAA is especially concerned with significant depressive episodes requiring treatment, even outpatient therapy.

The worry may be more than getting a job, it may be getting a medical if he has not been treated and does not have adequate followup.

Also, do not lie on the 8500-8. That is punishable by submitting $250,000 and/or 5 years in Federal prison in addition to having an administrative action taken where the license is revolked.:(


 
BTW...those Dateline NBC specials are HILARIOUS!

Did you guys see the one where the guy shows up at the door naked with his cat?...God knows what he planned!

Sorry for the thread hijack....
 
When I read the first post all I could think of were those Dateline NBC things too

They had a bunch of military guys, but they didnt make for the greatest entertainment value. Now the middle eastern men, or better yet the doctor who had to call his wife, "Honey...I did something really stupid," Halarious!!!


I'm hoping in this thread we're dealing with a 19 year old guy who's 16 year old girlfriend wanted revenge for being dumped or something along those lines. There are some easy to fall into traps like that for immature young men, and I almost sympathise with some of them (considering the life destroying punishments).

Then there are true "predators/rapists," and I fully support castration for those individuals.
 
You cant forget that if he is current military and he is in this kind of trouble he will certainly be facing legal action in the military as well. If he is convicted he will not be getting out of the military with an honorable discharge and that is likely to kill his job chances.

-the military can not use double jeapordy (get charged out in town and then get charged in the military again for same crime) but they can charge you with article 134 a general article for behavior unbecoming of a servicemember.
 
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