I apologise unreservedly for using an unprofessional term. I let my own emotions get the better of me at the thought of someone flying whilst under the influence at some level sufficient to cover up with a couple of pints post crash.
i do not buy though that being a student is excuse enough to leave the scene. It shows a lack of wisdom / common sense that should be in any pilot even before they embark on learning to fly, let alone with sufficient training / experience to go solo. Bottom line, if his startle response is to run to the pub when trouble strikes or he is embarrassed, would you want to be his passenger?