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February 6, 2025 | FAA Medical News

FAA Medical Certification with Autism

Curious about obtaining FAA medical certification with Autism? Neither Autism Spectrum Disorder (“ASD”) nor the subtype of Asperger’s syndrome are discussed in the FAA’s The Guide for Medical Examiners. Moreover, as of the time of this writing, you won’t find any specific protocols published by the FAA relative to ASD. Be that as it may, […]

January 23, 2025 | Aviation

FAA Approved Allergy Meds

Millions of people suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergies can result in mild to severe symptoms, including coughing, nasal congestion, throat irritation, watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose. The symptoms can interfere with concentration, sleep, and performance. Operating an aircraft when experiencing the consequences of allegories can be extremely dangerous. Many people take prescription or over-the-counter […]

January 9, 2025 | FAA Medical News

Updates to FAA Color Vision Protocols

Effective January 1, 2025, there have been updates to FAA color vision protocols. If you do not meet the FAA’s color vision standards, you risk having a restriction applied to your FAA medical certificate. Previously, the FAA’s protocol for assessing your color vision was to have your Aviation Medical examiner (“AME”) administer one of a […]

December 12, 2024 | FAA Medical News

Changes to the FAA Medical Deferral

The FAA has announced changes to the FAA medical deferral process. In an announcement made to Aviation Medical Examiners (“AME”), the FAA has reportedly identified that starting on January 1, 2025, the initial response from the FAA to applicant’s whose applications for airman medical certification have been deferred to the FAA will change. Currently, at […]

November 29, 2024 | FAA Medical News

FAA Medical After a Stroke

Trying to get your FAA medical after a stroke? A lot will depend on what kind of stroke you have had and when you had your stroke. The most important thing to remember when attempting to get your FAA medical after a stroke is that the FAA requires an observation period following a stroke. For […]

November 27, 2024 | FAA Medical News

FAA Medical with Glaucoma

Can you get a FAA medical with Glaucoma? If your condition is stable and within acceptable limits for aviation safety and you have your documentation in order in advance of your appointment with an Aviation Medical Examiner (“AME”), you should be able to obtain FAA medical with Glaucoma. In that, Glaucoma is a CACI condition. […]

November 22, 2024 | Aviation

FAA Medical Help

Knowing when you need FAA medical help and when you don’t, can be hard to determine. Will this medication ground me? Will this medical history keep me from obtaining my FAA history? Our firm knows too well that there is a lot riding on your need to be issued your medical certificate when you go […]

November 20, 2024 | FAA Medical News

FAA Medical Certification with Hypothyroidism

Obtaining FAA medical certification with hypothyroidism is possible. Achieving FAA medical certification with hypothyroidism will depend on the status of your condition. The Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) notes their concern with individuals who are experiencing potentially aeromedically significant symptoms such as fatigue, mental status impairment, or symptoms related to pulmonary, cardiac, or visual systems. As […]

November 8, 2024 | Aviation

FAA Special Issuance Medical Certificate

Has the FAA denied your medical certification or deferred your medical application because of a potentially disqualifying condition? If so, you may worry whether you will ever operate an aircraft. However, there may still be a way you can fly. You might qualify for an FAA Special Issuance Medical Certificate. What Is a Special Issuance […]

October 31, 2024 | Aviation

Corrections to the Pilot Records Database

The Pilot Records Database has records of your employment history in the aviation industry. Prospective employers can review your employment records by accessing the database online. However, what happens if the information is incorrect? Generally, a pilot discovers a problem with their records in the Pilot Records Database after an interview. The company may tell […]