Hi all
I know how sensitive this subject can be so I understand if I get no response to this question at all.
About 11 years ago I took myself to hospital after having a panic attack brought on by imbibing some amphetamines a "friend" gave to me. I had not taken any illegal substance prior to that and for obvious reasons I haven't done since!!!
I intend to visit Gatwick to try and gain a Class 1 CAA medical and obviously intend to tell them about this incident - I don't lie, especially not to government bodies
Has anyone ever been for their medical and admitted this?
Initially, I couldn't see there being a problem but I called the CAA regarding it. Rather worryingly they told me to go to my doctor and have him send a report to them detailing the incident. I've spoken to my doctor previously about this and he has assured me there is no evidence of long-term effects from taking amphetamines.
I will get my doctor to send a report and I will come clean and admit that this happened but I'm beginning to get a little concerned that the CAA will not be quite as realistic as my GP and just not allow to to apply for the medical on these grounds.
Any thoughts anyone? I really would appreciate hearing from anyone who has had to admit something like this so please feel free to PM or email if you'd prefer. I am a regular prooner just using a different username!!
Oh, and please don't turn this thread into a pro/anti drug debate
Thx