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1. 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.
2. Also, several medical conditions can prevent someone from becoming a pilot, especially if the condition affects the person’s ability to safely operate an aircraft or poses a risk to their own safety and the safety of others. In aviation, pilots are required to meet specific health standards set by aviation authorities like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the U.S. or the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in Europe.
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