(1) A person commits the offense of prohibited operation of an aircraft if the person operates an aircraft in the air, or on the ground or water:
- (a) While the person is under the influence of intoxicating liquor, drugs or controlled substances.
- (b) In a careless or reckless manner so as to endanger the life or property of another.
- (2) The offense described in this section, prohibited operation of an aircraft, is punishable as provided under ORS 837.990.
[Formerly 493.160]