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Anxiety

Alprazolam

Benzodiazepine
Other names: Xanax

FAA guidance

Do not fly while taking it.

If used routinely

The examiner should defer

FAA label

DO NOT FLY

Source: FAA, DO NOT ISSUE – DO NOT FLY Medications and general No Fly wait times. FAA date 30 September 2026. Checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026

Alprazolam is on the FAA's Do Not Fly list under anti-anxiety medication; if the pilot uses it routinely, the FAA's table says the examiner should defer.

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Show the FAA's words: alprazolamThe official FAA wording: two passages, each with its document and dateOpen
FAA, DO NOT ISSUE – DO NOT FLY Medications and general No Fly wait times · FAA date 30 September 2026
DO NOT FLY (DNF) MEDICATIONS
The following medications have aeromedically concerning safety profiles. All medications listed below may cause sedation or drowsiness, impairing cognitive function and seriously degrading pilot performance.
ANTI-ANXIETY
Including but not limited to:
alprazolam (Xanax)
lorazepam (Ativan)
temazepam (Restoril)
triazolam (Halcion)
FAA, DO NOT ISSUE – DO NOT FLY Medications and general No Fly wait times · FAA date 30 September 2026
DO NOT FLY (DNF) MEDICATIONS
AMEs should caution pilots on use and provide additional No Fly wait times where applicable. If applicant is using the following medications routinely, AMEs should DEFER.
Sources and dates: alprazolamOne FAA document, with the FAA's date and when Crosscheck checked itOpen

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Medication guidance alone does not determine whether a pilot is medically qualified to fly. The underlying condition, dosage, side effects, medication combinations, and certification history may affect FAA eligibility.

For informational purposes only. Not legal or medical advice.