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February 19, 2026 | FAA Medical News

Can You Get an FAA Medical Certificate After a DUI Conviction?

Can You Get an FAA Medical Certificate After a DUI Conviction? The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. A DUI conviction doesn’t automatically disqualify you from obtaining or maintaining an FAA medical certificate, but it creates significant regulatory hurdles that require careful navigation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) treats alcohol-related […]

February 9, 2026 | Uncategorized

Can You Appeal a Denied FAA Form 8500-8 Application in 2026?

Why Your FAA Form 8500-8 Denial Is Not the End of Your Aviation Career The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Yes, you can appeal a denied FAA Form 8500-8 application in 2026. Federal law provides a clear pathway to challenge the decision. A denial of a medical certificate reflects […]

February 5, 2026 | Uncategorized

Does Your Medical Certificate Need an Original AME Signature?

Your Medical Certificate’s Validity Hinges on One Critical Detail The Ison Law Firm represents pilots nationwide from our Florida base. If you’re wondering whether that photocopied certificate in your flight bag is legally valid, the answer is clear: your airman medical certificate is valid only with the original AME signature or an authorized FAA physician’s […]

January 27, 2026 | Uncategorized

Can AMEs Reissue Your Medical Certificate Through the AASI Process?

Your Path Back to Flying: Understanding AME Reissuance Options The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. A deferral or denial of your FAA medical certificate can halt your aviation career. After receiving FAA Authorization for Special Issuance, an AME may reissue your medical certificate once specialized criteria are met. Certain […]

January 18, 2026 | Uncategorized

Which FAA Medical Certificate Class Do You Need for Your Pilot License?

Understanding Your FAA Medical Certificate Requirements Can Make or Break Your Aviation Career The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. If you’re pursuing a pilot license or already flying professionally, determining which FAA medical certificate class you need is one of the most critical decisions you’ll face in aviation. The […]

January 17, 2026 | Uncategorized

What Is BasicMed and Can It Replace Your FAA Medical Certificate?

Your Aviation Career Doesn’t Have to End With Medical Concerns The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Picture this: You’ve been flying for years, but now a new medical diagnosis threatens to ground you permanently. Or perhaps you’re a private pilot who dreads the medical renewal process, wondering if there’s […]

January 14, 2026 | Uncategorized

Does Your MedXPress Application Expire After 60 Days?

Your MedXPress Application Clock Is Ticking The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. If you’ve started your MedXPress application for an FAA medical certificate, you’re working against not one, but two critical deadlines that could force you to start the entire process over again. The first deadline hits at 30 […]

December 4, 2025 | Uncategorized

What Happens if You Falsify Your FAA Form 8500-8 Application in 2025?

The High Stakes of FAA Medical Certificate Applications The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. If you’ve made an error on your FAA Form 8500-8 application or are concerned about potential inaccuracies in your medical certificate documentation, you’re facing a situation that could jeopardize your entire aviation career. Federal law […]

December 2, 2025 | Uncategorized

Can You Appeal Your FAA Medical Denial to the Federal Air Surgeon in 2025?

Your Aviation Career Doesn’t Have to End with a Medical Denial The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. Receiving that denial letter from your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) can feel like watching your flying dreams crash to the ground. The good news is that a medical certificate denial isn’t necessarily […]

December 1, 2025 | Uncategorized

How to Submit Your FAA DUI Notification Within 60 Days

Your 60-Day Clock Just Started: What Every Pilot Must Know About FAA DUI Reporting The Ison Law Firm is based in Florida and represents pilots nationwide. If you’re a pilot who recently experienced a DUI-related motor vehicle action, you’re facing a critical deadline that many airmen don’t fully understand. The moment your driver’s license suspension […]