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I have a felony background and it was over back in 2013 and I got a certificate of relief will this affect me in the future if getting my pulpit license it was years ago and first conviction and was a paper felony was with wrong person wrong time but I changed my whole life ever sine and never made it put me down I am a auto mechanic technician for Mercedes
Yes, felony convictions can prevent you from becoming a pilot and/or remaining a pilot once you’ve completed training. The FAA has even refused to issue medical certificates for student pilots because of felony drug convictions. Substance abuse and being branded a security threat are common reasons for FAA denial. Although felons are not strictly barred from becoming pilots, the FAA has leeway in denying licensing. Good moral character is an expected character trait of pilots. If you are unsure about your felony conviction, contact the FAA (https://www.faa.gov/).
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