CBO Guidelines on Alcohol and Drug Use

Verified from official sources
AC 91-57C ¶ 3.3.2.6Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

Do not operate a drone if your abilities are impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Requirement as structured

The FAA highly recommends that CBO safety guidelines address how alcohol or drug use interferes with a recreational flyer's ability to operate safely.

Original regulatory text

The FAA highly recommends that comprehensive safety guidelines address how the use of alcohol or drugs would interfere with the recreational flyer’s ability to operate the UA safely.

Applies when

country
United States
operation
recreational
regulatory category
General