Delaware § 502 - Use of alcohol or drugs in connection with aircraft operations.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 502 — Use of alcohol or drugs in connection with aircraft operations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 502. Use of alcohol or drugs in connection with aircraft operations.
The State recognizes the serious hazard to safe aircraft operations and to the public resulting from the impairment of an airperson’s faculties due to the use of alcohol or drugs. In conformity with Parts 61, 65 and 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, upon reasonable suspicion that an airperson may be acting under the influence of alcohol or drugs or be in possession of illegal drugs, the airperson shall submit to alcohol and/or drug testing administered by the Delaware State Police. Test results shall be forwarded to the Federal Aviation Administration by the Department.
70 Del. Laws, c. 575, § 16; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 502
What does Delaware Code § 502 cover?
Section 502 ("Use of alcohol or drugs in connection with aircraft operations.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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