Ok, I read the revised FAA 61.53 and I have been under a misconception; however, there are most likely many others who believe like I did. I agree the sport licensse should include at least up to a 152, super cub and all two seat trainers. While my husband sailed through after having lied. Most major airlines are in negotiations at this time, and many are contentious. People who are actually depressed long term are not really at risk of doing things like this if they were, they wouldnt be here to start with. As a pilot for over 13 years and now an AME as of this month, I understand your concern. However, if you do get caught, at best you will lose your license. It sometimes gets people injured and sometimes gets people killed. No mercy from the FAA and I was not even allowed to go to a hearing I just got the notice of revocation one day and that was it. I was always amazed at the high volume the Captains required. A wise man once said to me that the more you tell them the more you with have to sit through. I'm not offering any advice on what to do. As a result, I had to take an EKG. The FAAs denial letter may look daunting, but time and time again, airmen with a history of ADHD are being issued medical certification following the appropriate presentation of the airmens fitness for flight. Id had apnea for several years, napped daily once or twice. The guy who is lying about hypertension is making a huge mistake. Make no mistake: Form 8500-8 is a legal instrument, unlike many other documents. Any law or rule, which is widely viewed by those subject to its enforcement as being unfair, unjust, capricious and arbitrary, because it has no basis in fact, will be disrespected and thus unenforceable. Stay up to date with the latest articles and selections from our archives. Just makes you wonder. Trying to fix an accidental lie on my medical. Comparatively, what I take is barely more than a prescription grade Imodium AD. If he admits it and is taking an approved medication, there are a few extra steps but he will maintain his medical. That is why the FAA doesnt sanction Mr. Diabetes as Dickie would like. The FAA as a whole believes all people should fly if they desire. HIPPA Law prevents them from looking at your medical history without your consent. In addition to providing your name, address, recent doctor appointments and hospitalizations, and details about your medical history, you will also need to acknowledge several warnings. Last summer I went to get my 3rd class med. In my case I have never lied, but if Im at risk of loosing my license for a medical condition that is under control I might do that also. The absurdity of these medicals resides in the tiny number of casualties from medical incapacitation, compared to most other activities requiring no medical. The fibbing about a little issue. (No misprint.) Avoid Medical Certification Delay. No, get a different one. by Paul Engstrom, Aviation Writer and IFA Member. The all have SODA and continue to fly. The FAA Cannot possibly know all the doctors or hospitals you have ever been to unless you tell them. They want to approve, not deny medicals. If one does lie this is an example of what could happen facing fines of up to $250,000,and possibly up to 5 years of federal imprisonment,and certificate revocation. Case in point: A student pilot I was familiar with crashed his aircraft into the runway and killed himself after being arrested for drunk-driving the previous night. Find a Senior AME in your area, call and ask to speak to the AME about your problem. Driving While Impaired (DWI) from alcohol, drugs, texting and exhaustion is obviously a serious problem and every driver self certifies, there is no evidence in the National Traffic Safety Data Base, that accidents caused by preexisting health conditions and the medications used for their treatment, is a major problem. Those are hard to fake. Im not dumb enough to eat a big meal then jump right into a plane for the flight back unless it is one with a toilet and someone else is flying! After 7 years and three more third class medicals-the FAA medical office suddenly decided I had 30 days to provide all the records from a condition I had 20 years ago, or have my medical suspended. But, sooner or later, most pilots will develop a medical condition that they cannot hide. If they have any concerns about your eligibility to hold a medical certificate, AMEs can also deny your application or defer your certification to the FAA for further review. (And not be able to go to the interview next month with the cert in hand). It does happen. There are about 450-500 fatalities per year in all of GA. TH REASON IS FOR INJURIES I RECIEVED WHEN MY 01 LANDED WITH OUT A RUNWAY. My 10k already spent, to me was wasted. Typical government bull-. Do You Need A PHD To Be A Medical Scientist? Holy hell! The same diseases that the FAA uses to ground pilots should restrict driving. Im a depressed individual Ive been formally diagnosed with dysthemic disorder, a long-term, low grade version of chronic depression that isnt helped with medications. Don't undergo a physical exam if you suspect you might be disqualified. The only variable is about what. Dr. House. They are busy guarding the barn only after the horse is back inside. My ex lied and never mentioned it. You would not be alone, as there are many older pilots that fly with conditions that would disqualify them from getting the Third Class medical. The FAA issues updates to the AME Guide on a monthly basis. Anyway if your willing I have a ton of questions for you. The Third Class is an absolute joke. If pilots routinely lie, but its never a safety issue I hadnt had any issues or symptoms for over 10 yrs., doctors Id seen always pronounced me fit & healthy. The FAA has created an atmosphere that not only encourages problems to go unchecked and unreported, but actually makes some of those problems worse by discouraging pilots from addressing them, instead allowing them to fester. Your, AME will review your MedXPress application. As statistics show flying is considerably safer than any land based carrier. Ultimately, if you have a condition that you know will result in denial, become a sport pilot. Hmm cant spell worth a darn mostly dumb fingers will that get me rejected??? Online posts, including anonymous posts and posts made here on APC, have been used in lawsuits against unions. Its sad. No problem there both were on the approved list (most are). Mike F, I agree, Im probably taking the same medication, also works for IBS. Responding to a letter from the FAA about your medical certificate almost always requires you to provide detailed notes from your treating physician(s) and other objective evidence to show you are safe to fly. I am 64 years old. Read from the question directly above the one you linked to: Long-standing FAA regulation, 61.53, prohibits all pilotsthose who are required to hold airman medical certificates and those who are notfrom exercising privileges during periods of medical deficiency. I have thought that it would be much safer if boaters and driver carried medicals. Because they can longer fly. And two complete submittals of blood tests. Assuming you appropriately responded to one of these three questions, your application was likely deferred and the FAA sent you a letter, requesting medical records. Try walking in my shoes and you will not agree with that statement. My father had passed his class 2 physical 3 weeks before having a massive heart attack and dieing at the ripe old age of 50. PERIOD. If I remember correctly, being off antidepressant medication for 6 months or longer makes the problem that required the medication no longer an issue. If they can just rid the world of these bothersom pilots then their job will be much easier. Yeah that is what I have been hearing. Bicycle accident deaths 700 A good AME will tell you how to jump through the hoops so that when you go for your FAA medical certificate, you have all the data needed for the FAA. One just hopes that the untruths are regarding minor medical issues they feel will disqualify them that wont compromise their safety as well as all others around them. The message the FAA should be sending to pilots in my opinion is Manage your health. The AME might be required to defer your Medical Certificate, but you will be 3-4 months ahead by having the AME submit your medical information along with the 8500-8 rather than waiting for the FAA to ask for the information. I would have assumed since this person had been flying for awhile, and flying solo that they would have imposed sanctions such as the ones discussed above. I'm a pilot, and an air traffic controller. The truly dangerous people are those that make impulsive decisions while in a dire mental health state brought on by outside factors. Should I mention this to my AME? Find one that will work with you to meet the necessary requirements, but lying is not an option. This doesnt happen very often because Oklahoma City deals with up to 700,000 to one million people a year but if one does get caught then one could face some legal trouble in court. The next hell will be finding out what conditions they place on that SI. Some justify white lies by rationalizing they would just be wasting everyones time and effort by disclosing minor issues. First class medical exams can cost up to $200. Drowning deaths 2400 Military veterans should also be aware that the FAA now routinely cross-references your VA disability rating when determining your eligibility for a medical certificate. My driving record is perfect, but I have been wondering if the FAA will reject my certificate because of an assault charge that happened five years ago back when I was in highschool. I lost my 2012 medical cert in Istanbul, and make the mistake of sending the FAA form requesting a duplicate. Re test. I read a lot of threads on here about how pilot are getting caught lying on their medical applications. I HAVE NEVER ACTUALLY TRIED FOR A MEDICAL OR A LISENSE AS FAR AS THAT GOES. Alternatively, upon 90-days of discontinuation of medication, you can potentially undergo the requested neuropsychological testing prescribed by the FAA. The whole thing is about safety but the FAA has never proven the need for the medicals, especially the third class, it was just randomly instituted one day a long time ago. you say he flys solo whats it to you, Gee I fell out of bead a week ago and wacked my head I wonder if I should tell the FAA. How come the standards are so different now? Most those fellas at the FAA seem pretty smart, but they must be pretty spineless too. From a practical standpoint, it makes the most sense. But, to the uninformed, it has an appearance of diligence. In other words, your health is in your hands. How long is a 2nd class medical good for over 40? How do I get my FAA medical records? Again, Im not arguing against the need for medical certification, but the process needs some serious streamlining. Have you asked AOPA to assist you with getting your medical back? 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