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11/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/12/2026 09:18
FAA Proposes $58,000 Fine Against Arapahoe Flight Club for Alleged Drug and Alcohol Testing Violations
WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $58,000 civil penalty against Arapaho Flight Club of Colorado Springs, Colorado, for allegedly violating FAA drug and alcohol testing program regulations.
The FAA alleges Arapahoe, a commercial air tour operator, hired two pilots and two aircraft mechanics without conducting a pre-employment drug and alcohol test for each and receiving a verified negative drug test result. The FAA further alleges Arapahoe allowed all four to perform safety-sensitive functions without adding them to its random drug and alcohol testing pool.
The alleged violations occurred on various dates between May 2024 and September 2026.
Arapahoe has 30 days after receiving the FAA's notice to respond to the agency.
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