Delta 8 THC metabolites trigger many drug tests looking for Delta 9 THC metabolites. These compounds are chemically similar. Whoever needs to pass a drug test (pilots included) should not take them.
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For pilots, avoidance is recommended when it comes to any CBD products. It's helpful to become aware of other common CBD terminology like “full or broad spectrum” and read product labels carefully, including the ingredients.
In short, K9 units trained to detect delta-8 and other CBD products can find them. However, drug dogs trained to only find hard drugs will likely ignore them. The current cannabis legislation environment makes maintaining units specifically for CBD products more difficult.
The agency's security officers aren't searching for your edibles, but if they discover any during screening, they'll let a law enforcement officer handle it.
Gummies and ediblesSolid food items and candy are permitted in both checked and carry-on luggage. A few delta 8 gummies might escape the attention of TSA agents, but remember, drug sniffing dogs can identify them as a cannabis product. There's still a chance that you'll raise suspicion.