Aside – I would be very doubtful if pilots were anywhere near this (1.7%) figure – given the very dedication & responsibility it requires to become an airline pilot, to say nothing of the expense
my freind life is different here. Drugs ARE a major problem and it is very easy if not natural to bribe the doctor. I am scared to see the ASPA (pilot union) files about incidents. The crew cannot even be tested for drugs when outside of Mexico. Just look who has been running the country for last 70 years.
The airlines are aware of this and do nothing. As usual.