Can Pilots Fly with Tinnitus?
Tinnitus in and of itself, is not a medically disqualifying condition for pilots. Having said that, the FAA does recognize tinnitus as a condition of potential concern with respect to a pilot’s ability to safely operate an aircraft. Particularly when it comes to radio communications, cockpit communications, and situational awareness, the FAA does require that […]
Can A Person With Vertigo Become A Pilot?
Did you know that approximately 40% of adults in the United States will experience vertigo at some point in their lives? I know that I have, and it sure isn’t pleasant! This common condition, characterized by dizziness and a spinning sensation, can have significant implications for individuals in various professions. One such profession is aviation, […]
Can You Become A Pilot If You Have Heterophoria?
Yes, you can absolutely become a pilot if you suffer from heterophoria. Being diagnosed with heterophoria does not equate to an automatic disqualification from being able to earn your pilot license. Having said that, the path to earning the requisite medical clearance to fly requires a concerted effort, to demonstrate that your heterophoria does not […]
Can You Become a Pilot with Monocular Vision?
Did you know that individuals with monocular vision can become pilots? Despite the challenges that this visual impairment presents, it is absolutely within the realm of possibility for aspiring aviators with monocular vision to achieve their goals. The path to achieving this goal may be full of obstacles and hurdles. But the good news is […]
Can You Become A Pilot With Hyperopia?
Let’s set the record straight: Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, does not disqualify you from becoming a pilot. As long as you can demonstrate that your vision falls within the parameters set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with or without approved corrective measures, you should be able to pass your FAA medical exam […]
Can Pilots Fly with Cataracts?
Yes, pilots can fly with cataracts, but only if you seek the necessary treatment and can subsequently pass a vision test that falls within the parameters set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Believe it or not, over a million individuals in the United States find their world dimming each year due to cataracts. […]
Can Someone With Glaucoma Become a Pilot?
Being diagnosed with glaucoma does not automatically sound the death knell on your aviation career, in and of itself. While a glaucoma diagnosis does constitute grounds for your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) to deny you a medical certificate, the good news is that approval versus denial is not entirely black and white. Depending on the […]
Can You Become A Pilot With Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)?
Let’s make one thing clear: Amblyopia (commonly known as a “lazy eye”) does not, in and of itself, automatically disqualify you from becoming a pilot. Ok good. Now that we got that out of the way, let me further elaborate: If you suffer from amblyopia, you can obtain your pilot license… … but only if […]
Can Pilots Be Deaf?
Have you ever wondered if individuals who are deaf can pursue a career as pilots? The answer might surprise you: Yes, deaf pilots can indeed obtain various pilot certificates and embark on fulfilling aviation careers. However, certain restrictions and regulations exist to ensure safety and effective communication in the skies. As a pilot who suffers […]
Can You Become A Pilot If You Are Farsighted?
Farsightedness in and of itself does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a pilot. As long as you can demonstrate that your vision falls within Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines, with or without any type of corrective vision, you should have no problem obtaining your medical clearance to fly. Hyperopia (also commonly referred to as […]
