How soon after a conviction for driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs must the motor vehicle action be reported to the FAA, Civil Aviation Security Division?

• A. No later than 60 days after the motor vehicle action
• B. Within 30 days after the action
• C. Within 90 days after the action
• D. No later than 120 days after the action

Answer: (A)

The rule here is about reporting actions that involve alcohol or drugs to the FAA so they can assess your fitness to fly. When a pilot is convicted of driving while intoxicated, you must submit a report to the FAA’s Civil Aviation Security Division within 60 days after that motor-vehicle action. This prompt filing gives the FAA up-to-date information to determine if the action affects your ability to safely operate an aircraft and whether any further action on your medical certificate or pilot privileges is needed. The 60-day window is the specified timeframe, keeping FAA awareness timely. Shorter timeframes wouldn’t align with the regulation, and longer ones could delay necessary FAA review.