New Air Force Policy Makes Substance Abuse Clear Published June 25, 2010 By Nick Stubbs 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- If there ever was any wiggle room about what is a banned intoxicating substance, and what is an inappropriate use of it, it's all been clarified and solidified by a new Air Force drug abuse policy now if effect. According to information released this week by the 6th Air Mobility Wing Legal Office, "Effective immediately, the knowing use of any intoxicating substance, other than the lawful use of alcohol or tobacco products is now a violation of Article 92 (Failure to Obey) of the UCMJ." While the use of substances, included but not limited to inhalants and chemical solvents, designer drugs like Spice, and natural substances like Salvia Divinorum to alter mood have always been off limits if possessed with the intent of "getting high," until now "there hasn't been a unified, consistent Air Force-wide policy." Previously, guidance might have come from the Wing level or via a MAJCOM policy directive. The new policy is now incorporated into Air Force Instruction 44-121, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment (ADAPT) Program, and will apply to all Airmen across the Air Force, according to the information from the Legal Office. The bottom line is nothing other than alcohol or tobacco may be used to achieve a "high," or alter mood. To be clear, the Legal Office recommends Airmen familiarize themselves with the new regulations (currently implemented by AFI44-21_AFGM1 until written into the AFI) and feel free to contact the Base Legal Office at 828-4421 if you have any questions.