Reebo:
Reebo, exactly correct. Most high functioning alcoholic pilots don't abuse the 8 hour rule. They simply drink themselves slightly silly during their layover and then take 8, 9, or more hours off to theoretically prepare themselves for the flight. Trouble is, their tolerance is so high that they have a BAC of epic proportions. 9 hours without drinking does not sober them up--it only gives them a false sense of security.
Another interesting point that Reebo brought up: alcoholism is a 100% fatal disease if left untreated.
Finally, and on the positive side, pilots and physicians have an astounding recovery rate. About 92% of all pilots and Docs that go through the formal recovery process get sober and stay that way for the rest of their careers. Why? Both groups are motivated to keep their careers, are extremely well monitored, and have support mechanisms in place. Compared to straight AA--who rates their normal sobriety rate (with no relapse) at 10%--this ongoing recovery rate is nothing short of phenominal.
not to hard when you're an alcoholic, in denial, with a high tolorance for alcohol. most that drink like this only stop when caught , they die, or through some sort of intervention.
Reebo, exactly correct. Most high functioning alcoholic pilots don't abuse the 8 hour rule. They simply drink themselves slightly silly during their layover and then take 8, 9, or more hours off to theoretically prepare themselves for the flight. Trouble is, their tolerance is so high that they have a BAC of epic proportions. 9 hours without drinking does not sober them up--it only gives them a false sense of security.
Another interesting point that Reebo brought up: alcoholism is a 100% fatal disease if left untreated.
Finally, and on the positive side, pilots and physicians have an astounding recovery rate. About 92% of all pilots and Docs that go through the formal recovery process get sober and stay that way for the rest of their careers. Why? Both groups are motivated to keep their careers, are extremely well monitored, and have support mechanisms in place. Compared to straight AA--who rates their normal sobriety rate (with no relapse) at 10%--this ongoing recovery rate is nothing short of phenominal.