About CapriCo Consulting
Experienced Drug & Alcohol Inspectors, Testers, and Program Specialists with 20+ years combined experience.
Who We Are
CapriCo Consulting is an aviation compliance consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations meet DOT and FAA drug and alcohol testing regulations.
Our team of Drug & Alcohol Inspectors, Testers, and Program Specialists brings over 20 years of combined experience, supporting aviation employers, contractors, and service agents with training, audit preparation, and compliance management.
We’re here to simplify the complex, guiding your organization with precision, care, and collaboration.
Our Mission
To create safer skies and stronger teams by helping aviation companies achieve lasting compliance with confidence.
We believe that when leadership, managers, and employees work together toward a shared goal, compliance becomes culture. Together We Achieve More.
Why CapriCo
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Over 20 years of aviation compliance experience
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Expertise in 49 CFR Part 40 & 14 CFR Part 120
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Compassionate, professional consultants
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Proven results reducing audit risks and civil penalties
Our Approach
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Collaborative: We work side-by-side with your team to align compliance with your operations.
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Educational: We empower every level of your workforce, DERs, managers, and employees, through expert training.
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Comprehensive: From program setup to post-audit corrections, we guide you every step of the way.
Meet the Team
CEO- Chief Executive Officer
Clint Littlefield
As a U.S. Army veteran and founder of CapriCo Consulting Group, I served as an ASAP coordinator for thousands of soldiers over many years in the service, working with Medical Review Officers, commanding officers, and other stakeholders across multiple units to keep testing programs accurate and operationally sound.
I have studied 49 CFR Part 40 and 14 CFR Part 120 in depth and learned FAA-specific requirements through that study and through the expertise of my partner, Cawley, an FAA inspector, manager, and trainer. CapriCo uses that combination of military testing experience and current FAA insight to help aviation organizations implement practical programs, train DERs, and reduce compliance risk.
CCO- Chief Consulting Officer
Cawley Vaccarella
Cawley Vaccarella is a seasoned aviation professional with over fifteen years of federal regulatory experience. From 2009 to 2024, he served as an Aviation Safety Inspector with the Federal Aviation Administration, where he specialized in auditing, regulatory compliance, and safety oversight. Dr. Vaccarella earned his Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of California, Irvine, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Physics from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2001. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to aviation safety, he received the FAA Drug Abatement Division’s Investigator of the Year award in 2015. His professional background spans auditing and regulatory consultation, casework management, safety analysis, and strategic communication—expertise that now supports Caprico Consulting Group’s mission to advance confidence, trust, safety, and compliance across the aviation industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What regulations does CapriCo Consulting help with?
We specialize in DOT and FAA Drug & Alcohol Testing Program compliance, including 49 CFR Part 40 (testing procedures) and 14 CFR Part 120 (aviation industry requirements).
What types of training do you provide?
We offer three core training tracks:
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DER Training: For Designated Employer Representatives overseeing testing programs.
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Manager Training: For leaders guiding teams through compliance processes.
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Employee Training: For staff understanding testing awareness and workplace safety.
What makes CapriCo different from other consultants?
Our proactive, education-first approach combines regulatory precision with real-world understanding. We focus on collaboration, sustainability, and long-term compliance success.
Who needs CapriCo’s services?
Our programs are designed for aviation employers, certificate holders, contractors, and service agents responsible for implementing or maintaining federally regulated testing programs.
How does CapriCo support audit preparation?
We provide pre-audit coaching, document review, and corrective-action planning to help organizations pass FAA and DOT inspections smoothly.
How does CapriCo ensure ongoing compliance after training?
We offer continuous support, including monthly program reviews, compliance check-ins, and updated training materials. This ensures your organization stays audit-ready and aligned with evolving DOT/FAA standards year-round.