Well, there are merits to both sides of this argument, but I still wish this JD all the best for his recovery and return to flying. We can all make mistakes, some with more serious consequences than others, but even if this particular individual hadnt been identified as under the influence at that time, it is highly unlikely to have resulted in any accident or incident. This secenario has played out thousands of times in aviation (and elsewhere) without serious consequence. I am not condoning it, just higlighting the fact that ONE 'drunk' pilot wont kill anyone.
What will kill lots of people soon, is fatigue. Because it cant be tested, or detetced, and two fatigued pilots will fly together, without each realising the other's similar state. Who would hazard a guess at how many instances occur daily, of an aircraft flying with both pilots dozing off simultaneously?
Its imminent.