Can pilots have medical Marijuanas?

With medical marijuana and the legalization of weed for recreational purposes in many states now common, more and more pilots want to know whether pilots can smoke weed or not. In short, no, pilots cannot smoke weed.

Does FAA allow marijuana?

Marijuana continues to be a federally banned substance. The Federal Aviation Administration regulates both pilots, who must follow federal law and FAA regulations, and aircraft.

Can pilots have a medical card?

There is nothing to prevent you from simultaneously holding a pilot’s license and a medical marijuana card. To actually fly, however, you need a current physical examination. Some of the conditions that will qualify you for a medical marijuana card will disqualify you for the medical.

Can you become a pilot if you smoke marijuana?

While it may be obvious that attempting to fly under the influence or knowingly possessing marijuana on an aircraft carries severe penalties, any marijuana use by a pilot can result in a medical certificate being denied or revoked.

Can you smoke as a pilot?

Technically, smoking in the cockpit is allowed by US law in some circumstances, but smoke wafting into the cabin isn’t something that people want to experience — especially passengers who pay thousands of dollars for a seat, since first and business class are directly behind the flight deck.

Do they drug test for pilots license?

Drug screening is done not only for airline pilots, but most occupations that are related to the transport industry, including mechanics, baggage handlers, and anyone that might get their wages from government contracts.

Can pilots smoke cigarettes?

Pilots can legally smoke cigarettes in the cockpit during a flight. However, many commercial airlines have strict policies against smoking that applies to passengers, pilots, and crew. When countries and airlines first started banning cigarettes, they continued to allow pilots to smoke cigarettes in the cockpit.