Felony Charges Pending Against me......
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Portsmouth, UK
Back to the point. When you go for an FAA medical you need to complete form 8500-8, either at the AME office or online via the FAA website. This form asks about Criminal and Driving convictions. From what I undestand the FAA can refuse a medical because of your record and thus ground you. On the bright side for you I have heard that many people with serious convictions get through OK.
Another thing to consider is if future employers might do a criminal record check on you. In the UK to get an airside pass you will need a criminal record check - although you "might" still be able to get the pass, your employer will then see the conviction, I'm again not sure how this applies to the US.
If all goes against you, consider a JAA European licence. In the UK you are NOT asked about criminal convictions and in fact it is possible to be banned from driving for say drink driving (a criminal offence in the UK) and still fly legally - something that you could not (and rightly so) do in the US.
Seems like you have a lot to sort out in your life and I wish you all the best. Don't let anybody put you off and work hard to make your dream come true.
Another thing to consider is if future employers might do a criminal record check on you. In the UK to get an airside pass you will need a criminal record check - although you "might" still be able to get the pass, your employer will then see the conviction, I'm again not sure how this applies to the US.
If all goes against you, consider a JAA European licence. In the UK you are NOT asked about criminal convictions and in fact it is possible to be banned from driving for say drink driving (a criminal offence in the UK) and still fly legally - something that you could not (and rightly so) do in the US.
Seems like you have a lot to sort out in your life and I wish you all the best. Don't let anybody put you off and work hard to make your dream come true.
