Expert Opinion
AINsight: CBD Revisited
Despite medical claims, pilots should avoid CBD products entirely.

I last specifically addressed CBD (cannabidiol) in October 2019. It is time for a refresher, especially now that the FAA has issued official guidance on the use of CBD products.

As a brief review, CBD is a naturally occurring compound found in the flowers of the cannabis plant (marijuana). It’s “purported” uses are well known, so I won’t bore you with a lengthy discussion.

Robert Sancetta, M.D.
AIN Contributor
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Dr. Robert Sancetta is a former DC-10 captain with 11,000 flight hours. He has worked as a Senior AME since 1993 and is appointed as AME Consultant to the FAA Federal Air Surgeon.

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