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June 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Failing to report a DUI to the FAA can trigger consequences far more severe than the original offense itself. When pilots receive a DUI conviction or face license suspension due to alcohol or drug-related incidents, they must navigate complex federal reporting requirements that […]
Read moreJune 5, 2026 | FAA Medical News
OSA Documentation That Pilots Need to Know The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. For pilots with obstructive sleep apnea, FAA medical certification often comes down to one question: can you prove that your condition is being effectively treated? Pilots dealing with OSA should be familiar with the FAA’s Obstructive […]
Read moreJune 4, 2026 | Pilot Law
What Every Pilot Needs to Know About DOT Drug Testing and Shy Bladder Refusals The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Key Takeaways: For pilots subject to DOT drug testing, a shy bladder situation is not a free pass to leave the collection site early. Under 49 CFR § 40.191(a)(2), […]
Read moreJune 1, 2026 | FAA Medical News
The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. On May 27, 2026, the FAA released a significant update to its Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) Guide, introducing a new Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Treated Status Report under the AME ALERT section. For pilots managing sleep apnea, pursuing initial certification, or navigating Special […]
Read moreMay 29, 2026 | FAA Medical News
Flying on Blood Pressure Medication: What Pilots Need to Know The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. A hypertension diagnosis does not have to end your flying career. Thousands of pilots manage high blood pressure while maintaining valid FAA medical certificates. The key lies in understanding which medications the FAA […]
Read moreMay 29, 2026 | FAA Medical News
A late-March 2026 update to the FAA’s Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners changed several heart-related certification rules affecting pilots and other airmen completing medical paperwork. The FAA’s March 25, 2026, revision highlighted reduced recovery periods for certain coronary heart disease and left atrial appendage device cases, along with a revised syncope decision tool. faa.gov For […]
Read moreMay 8, 2026 | FAA Medical News
A pair of bipartisan bills advancing through Congress could fundamentally change how pilots, air traffic controllers, and their physicians navigate FAA medication rules, and the stakes for anyone completing an FAA Form 8500-8 medical application have never been higher. The Aviation Medication Transparency Act would require the FAA to publish within one year of enactment, […]
Read moreMay 6, 2026 | FAA Medical News
The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. ADHD is not a specifically disqualifying condition under the regulations, but it triggers one of the FAA’s most rigorous medical review processes. Whether you were diagnosed as a child, took Adderall in college, or currently manage symptoms with medication, the FAA will scrutinize […]
Read moreApril 20, 2026 | FAA Medical News
The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Yes, pilots taking approved SSRI antidepressants can obtain FAA medical certification through a Special Issuance authorization pathway. This process, while rigorous, has become more accessible following recent policy changes that reduced the required waiting period from six months to three months on a […]
Read moreApril 6, 2026 | FAA Medical News
The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Yes, pilots with ADHD can obtain an FAA medical certificate in 2026, but certification requires careful navigation of federal regulations and thorough documentation. The FAA does not automatically disqualify applicants with ADHD history. The agency evaluates each case individually under mental standards provisions […]
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