Multiple choice

A pilot drank two bottles of beer at 2100 hrs IST. Before what time he cannot act as a crew of any flight according to the regulations laid down by DGCA?

  1. 0900 hrs IST, next day.

  2. 1200 hrs IST, next day.

  3. 1800 hrs IST, next day.

  4. 2359 hrs IST, the same day.

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A Correct answer
Explanation

DGCA regulations specify 12 hours bottle-to-throttle rule: from 2100 hrs consuming alcohol, 12 hours elapse to 0900 hrs next day. This mandatory waiting period ensures complete alcohol elimination from the system before flight duties.