Fly over open country and probably be able to put the plane down in a field if there were trouble but the FAA has a BIG resounding NO for that. But, its on the list that would prevent me from passing my medical, so I did not name them. That would shut them down for good. Office hours M-F 8:30am - 5:00pmOur Privacy Me- private pilot ASEL, Airplane Instrument, flying since 1986. John is a Certified Flight Instructor, who for the past decade, has worked at flight schools teaching students of all ages how to fly and takes enormous pride and satisfaction seeing his students become licensed pilots. In our opinion, and even for a moment disregarding the morality of lying and putting yourself, your passengers, and anyone elses safety at risk, it simply isnt worth lying despite the low chances of getting caught. In fact, as I write this, I see over on the corner of my screen a tweet entitled Older pilots are safe pilots. Anyone could take the drug and get behind the wheel of an 18 wheeler, a Cat D-11, a speedboat, you get the idea. It is a good thing that there are no sport airplanes to rent in your location. He refused to take the physical his business required because his family had a history of heart trouble, he was a bit overweight, etc. Just do want everyone does to get into the military hide the truth. People, in general, are in better health than they were 20-30 years ago, largely by not smoking, watching their weight, eating less fatty foods, etc. Thats if they even decide to give you a medical waiver. Many of the changes result in the easing or clarifying the rules for AMEs to follow. See Also: Do Flight Schools Drug Test Students? Often it is not a case of pilots intentionally lying or withholding information that can get them into trouble, but ignorance of what they need to report. I do medicals on two pilots who went on a vigorous diet and lost weight. In this application, you must disclose any information about a condition that has the potential to affect your eligibility to fly. Before I was flying my previous HMO physician told me I was the perfect patient for the insurance company because I hadnt shown up for seven years. There could be a much better system in place that would not compromise safety of small aircraft. 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. Email me at [emailprotected]. It can also ensure you keep flying for years to come. Skye, you may be a little over the top with your attitude but not by all that much. Please remember, he has a liability also. 6 months and 2 weeks earlier I had one done for a Peace Corps application and sent that in, which would have been good for 2 years. The additional costs associated with FAA medicals will reduce flying time for many of us there goes the proficiencey issue again. As a result, I had to take an EKG. They always do it under the banner of safety. Don't undergo a physical exam if you suspect you might be disqualified. It is irrelevant whether the union itself has anything to do with the action. I dont care who you are if you tell me that you have never been diagnosed with anything then you are the liar. From a practical standpoint, it makes the most sense. Make a copy of the original and keep that in a safe place. Information on the certificate will be populated from data that has been entered into the electronic form. No he should not have been grounded. Im not trying to be deceitful, but I really want to be prepared for this interview and I dont see the importance of something that wont effect flying. There are more boating accident deaths (650 or so), motorcycle deaths (4500), automobile (35,000). All medical certificates are valid for 60 months, unless youre 40 or older the day you get it (then its 24 months). I hid it from the FAA for 12 years They found out I didnt disclose it and revoked ALL my certificates ATP multi-single engine land, Commercial rotorcraft and glider as well as all my flight instructor certificates. Some pilots are terrified of the FAA's power to revoke their flying privileges and, accordingly, bend or ignore the rules. Didn't even think about it. Can you say, Martha Stewart?, I do think that the First and Second class medical criteria should be more stringent.. I wish somebody would have told me that last year when I filled out my first med in 11 years. Told the truth, The FAA took my license. One is. Most major airlines are in negotiations at this time, and many are contentious. Who would you send them to? When that happens, your whole medical history will come under review. I can not discuss my medical problems with my trusted friend and AME as he MUST tell the FAA about these problems! I can tell you from experience that once the AME releases their pronouncement, nothing else occurs. How Likely is it that the FAA will Catch You? I Fly America 2021, Paul Engstrom, Aviation Writer and IFA Member, Health for Pilots: A Complete Guide to FAA Medical Certification and Self-Care. The med examination wasnt any different from the third class but the vision requirements are different. Bicycle accident deaths 700 A. Unfortunate as those events are, they do NOT cause accidents. As you say does nothing to hinder my ability to fly a plane in anyway, but the FAA says is not allowed, SO. How come the standards are so different now? Re test. You had better not try to get on medication to calm you down and thus make you a safer pilot because you will no longer be able to fly. I lost my 2012 medical cert in Istanbul, and make the mistake of sending the FAA form requesting a duplicate. My ex hubby did it yearly. I would be totally fine with an evaluation, but it sounds like a lengthy- expensive- and rather rigorous test that offers no gurentee to a medical. Lets assume 10%, which is probably a high figure. But here is where the absurdity of this over zealous pursuit of perfect safety is to be seen: PO Box 882196 To self certify? However, if you do get caught, at best you will lose your license. Over forty years I have watched the change from Aryan superman standards to wheelchair/ limbless PPL pilots. Theyre just scared something is going to happen in the air. If they can just rid the world of these bothersom pilots then their job will be much easier. Also my flight instructor was telling me that he knew an applicant who lied about his criminal history for shoplifting and two to three months later the FAA found out and pulled his medical currently and he did not hear back for any clearance to fly again so these are great examples why not lie. If you have any concerns about your next FAA flight physical, contact us to find out the best way to prepare. Meanwhile the FAA now sits on thier collective thumbs deciding what to do. Stay up to date with the latest articles and selections from our archives. I think that FAA should be concerned about this difficulty in people. Find one that will help you get through the maze, not simply hand your problem off to the FAA. The odds of a passenger catching Covid-19 on a flight and dying from the virus are less than one in half a million. Thats a great question, Ben. Many pilots get away with submitting false information on their MedXPress applications. This is just as important an issue as the proverbial get homeitis.. The smart ones do. In the FAA world view you are not telling the truth. Comparatively, what I take is barely more than a prescription grade Imodium AD. Requesting Medical Records. By the way a friend of mine died 2 hours after acquiring his 2nd class medical. As one previous poster mentioned, why not let the AME make more of the calls, especially for class 3? First class medical exams can cost up to $200. At medical renewal you give a different date for same previously reported event. Have you asked AOPA to assist you with getting your medical back? Get thorough guidance on how to proceed. I WAS A BIRD DOG PILOT IN VIETNAM FOR 3+ YEARS WHEN I WAS SENT TO THE DECK BY SMALL ARMS FIRE. Obviously, many do. It's safer to allow people to self-disclose and get help, rather than non-disclosure and possibly flying impaired. Joined APC: Jan 2013 . should also be aware that the FAA now routinely cross-references your VA disability rating when determining your eligibility for a medical certificate. I dont think its ever been a question about whether pilots lie. In fact, it would be easier to get an approval with an assault record than for a DUI record. will most definitely warrant deferral by the AME and evaluation of your eligibility for a medical certificate by the FAA. Accident investigators at every crash look for signs of incapacitation and collect items such as medication containers to try to determine if a medical reason caused the crash. Remove the AME from the loop, and there is no one but the pilot to judge whether the above situation is safe. Please type or print legibly and remember to sign and date the request. The only truthful answer is yes, most every night. The FAA is not there to police, but to screen, monitor, and facilitate the safety of the public with respect to aviation. It is possible that the Emirates authorities will check to see if he can make an attempt at a complete sentence with capitalization and punctuation. Has anyone seen that data? With $ 20.00 USD anything is possible down there and then just let the FAA go through hoops to find my one in a million medicals just to disqualify and pull my medicalwhich is fake after allwill give them and me something to do till I can think of some other ways to pass the time with the all mighty FAA. While the bills in Congress to eliminate the Class 3 Medical Certificate are progressing slowly, the FAA is taking steps to minimize the bureaucratic red tape involved with certain illnesses, such as prostate cancer. Telling the truth in MedXPress is clearly the right thing to do, but that is not what this article is about. How about the person that might have some minor anxiety issues? The real problem was that I also am prescribed anti-diarrhea medication and I take it as needed. Since I asked to have myself tested for apnea, and found it was a problem, and now use a Constant Positive Air Pressure (CPAP) machine, FAA dogs me annually. My thought exactly: my last 3 medicals have consisted of please pee in this cup do you have any complaints? Im applying for a job where they train you to be a helicopter pilot. I went to my own doctor who advised me it was nothing to worry about. Are they going to question my patriotism or mental stability? Have tried the polite calling routine, found they will lie to you, one time the lady told me my SI was approved & mailed 2 days prior, when I finally got it 3 weeks later the post mark date proved they had lied. A separate authorization request is required for each record released to any third party (physician, insurance company, employer, etc.) Heres more information on the FAAs battery of neuropsychological testing: https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame/guide/dec_cons/disease_prot/adhd/. He passed his 3rd class every time. So, easing up on the medical requirements would be based on real world situations. Find another AME. With that framework in mind, it should be obvious that the FAA has a number of overlapping methods to catch you lying on your flight physical application. Do You Need A PHD To Be A Medical Scientist? He memorized the color chart. I guess it was a bit negligent on my part to get so far into before getting the medical. Also remember Ronald Crews 16 months in jail flying with Cape Air back in 2006 for lying about his diabetes on question 18k and then he had a diabetic seizure in flight but luckily there was a student pilot there to land the plane. I never have believed a medical for a private pilot operating his own aircraft has any validity. I did years later and got totally cleared. Policy FAA Disqualifying Conditions: Bipolar Disorder. While a diabetic can develop hypoglycemic coma, a cardiac patient faint from an arrhythmia, or a patient become mentally impaired from an excessive dose of a medication, the real world evidence does not support that such incidences are common enough to recommend banning driving by those with such medical conditions. Age is only a number. I truly believe that if we allowed a 3rd class medical on only a drivers license we would be just as safe as we are today; and pilots would be in even better health because they would feel free to see their doctor again. XYZZY62, Check the AME Guide posted at faa.gov to determine what the FAA requires for your seasonal depression. This exemption is exactly what I need to keep flying, and I am sure there are many others like me. Boating accident deaths 750 Still there are occasional exceptions where a commercial or airline pilot dies in the cockpit. I see a lack of evidence that this saves lives. Yeah thought so. A medical exam is required for a Commercial Driver License and for working on a commercial boat carrying passengers. If I wanted to continue learning to fly I had to pay to visit a nomiated CAA doctor. Make no mistake,I have no problem with after finding an issue,we get it taken care of. I hadnt had any issues or symptoms for over 10 yrs., doctors Id seen always pronounced me fit & healthy. You just never know, and even a thorough and honest medical will never catch anything. Tell them what you will be it will be you that is on the bench because you failed the medical. If he admits it and is taking an approved medication, there are a few extra steps but he will maintain his medical. Fly with a friend and share expenses, help a youngster learn to fly and let them fly you around in your plane. While not endorsing that, it is understandable at the emotional level. Contact an aviation medical examiner (AME) early if you have doubts or questions. You can be fined up to $250,000 and jailed for five years for lying to the federal government. The FAA medical certification process starts when you fill out an electronic application in MedXPress. If I continue to wish to fly.I had better take care of myself by good nutrition and exercise..on the issue of lying no, I would not lie because not only is it stupid it is cause for losing the ticket. You do not have to be Richard Collins or Ernest Gann simply a GA pilot with a story youd share with friends sitting in the hangar. The flight surgeon is not my friend. With over 20,000 hours of real world experience, much of it in Cessna 172s and P210s, Collins wrote about safety, weather and air traffic control from first-hand experience. Ill continue to go by the book until such time as the rules change, or I wish to no longer fly. Logic dictates that if the medical requirement did not exist, the number of incapacitations would be somewhat higher. I took medication for years, before I decided I didn't like and chose to stop taking meds (with my parents). It revealed an abnormality. I then had to take an echo, which revealed I was even healthier than I thought! None of the above activities has any significant medical requirement. But then how would all the AMEs and some people in the FAA make a living??? Its a basic truth of the human condition that everybody lies. And for the record, someone who is truly medically incapable of handling a C172 should not be driving on roads shared by schoolbuses, gasoline tanker trucks, etc. I am an AME and 4,000 hour pilot. BUT I HAVE 40+ YEARS AND 5100 HRS OF PIC IN MY OWN AIR CRAFT WITH OUT INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT. That question cant be removed from the form easily, so you have the option of clicking the box labelled International or declining to provide and leaving the field blank. I can get it back, but I have to go through a fairly extensive bureaucratic morass to recover it, then jump through extra hoops over the years to keep it. dangerous individuals about whom one reads in the news at 10. Any deviation from general standards of health found would/should require a more intense examination/(s.). I have been flying with a special issuance 3rd class physical for 15 years. You wouldn't report your dad or grandpa if he had a serious medical condition that could endanger his passengers and he was lying about it? It is important to point out, according to the AOPA, there have been no accidents related to pilots self-certifying and flying under the Sport program, and many of those pilots Im sure, were under the same misconception as me! Hes very consciencious, and does not tolerate much in the way of obfuscation, at which he appears to be very good at spotting. You would be surprised how many complaints FSDOs receive for folks reporting their family members. That would translate into 45-50 deaths a year. Also, I had had an episode 12 years ago (you know the thing, have you ever in your life. that I listed on that attachment and it hasnt been an issue since. 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. If you have determined that you are not healthy enough to fly sport, then you have done exactly what the Sport program is intended to do; leave the decision to the pilot. The reader should always consult his or her doctor before discontinuation of any medication. A related question would be do people fly without a medical illegally? On the other hand, the 3rd class questionnaire seems more like screening for Im OK now, sleep with a CPAP machine. 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. I have a perfect driving record,clean medical history,and also a clean criminal history. The FAA would, if it could, ban all general aviation to create a perfect safety record, and thus avoid any potential criticism from the press and Congress. Online posts, including anonymous posts and posts made here on APC, have been used in lawsuits against unions. If anyone cares to share their thoughts or any advice I would appreciate hearing from you. However, my pilots do. I say that based on the relative numbers discussed above. Its only a matter of time. KL, Each time the Dr. hit the switch, my friend kicked me under the table and I could respond that I had heard the tone in the headset as required. Youre making a mistaken assumption that its never a safety issue. Why? I hope you realize a world that had perfect safety would be one not worth living in. Further more, if an airman lies and is in a serious accident with injuries or fatalities, his entire medical history will be examined and subsequent legal action may not be beneficial to his or her heirs. Seems ludicrous to me. Nope, they requested an entirely new one. I showed him on the form. Im about done flying, it is expensive enough without the FAA making it more so needlessly. Stan, what is the diagnosis for which you have special issuance? Due to the self-reporting nature, the chances of getting caught lying on an FAA medical aren't very high. And even if you assume not, an investigation will cause a demand to produce documents and then the liar is cooked. How did the terrorists that crashed into the twin towers pass a medical that I failed for COUNSELING??! I reported controlled hypertension on my questionnaire. But the standards are not different. Counseling, HTN, whatever. There are heart transplant pilots flying. Brian is absolutely right. Then we really would have a pilot shortage, now wouldnt we. If Im not successful, well, I will probably just put the dream to bed again. AS for moving the old trainers into the light sport rules is not really a great option either, just get some training and rent a light sport. How does the FAA find out what medications you are on? Due to the self-reporting nature, the chances of getting caught lying on an FAA medical aren't very high. Ones health does not distinguish between ones ability to pilot a 2 seater weighing 1320 lbs and a 4 seat airplane weighing 3500 lbs. They, and AOPA, worked with me to get it corrected. That may boost your chances of passing the exam or minimizing delays on the FAA's end. For over 50 years, pilots turned to Richard L. Collins for his unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of flying light aircraft. astronaut training. There are also considerations for appeal to the National Transportation Safety Board, but this option will be also be dependent on discontinuation of the disqualifying medication and your ability to develop an argument that the underlying diagnosis was not accurate. Wouldnt tell you if I had a peg leg and a glass eye. It's not those. Even patients, with well controlled epilepsy, may safely drive. They, and AOPA, worked with me to get it corrected. Is Medical Coding The Same As Medical Transcription? When that syndrome is cured, much of what is wrong at FAA will be cured. And the FAAs restrictions regarding SSRIs effectively make it impossible for use by commercial pilots. Period. Compared to all causes of death, these are infinitesimal numbers. But Jordan also said: 'Folks need not be overly concerned about losing their medical certificate, as we end up disqualifying very few when you look at the total number of applicants.'. 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. The Great Debate: do pilots lie on medicals? The questionaire is so impossible to answer honestly because it uses the word ever. Your family and friends consider you more important than any flying you may do. I do believe all of the ideas youve presented for your post. RE: Wiley Post. but I was frustrated because a desk bureaucrat figured they knew more about my health than 3 doctors who had recently examined me with aviation in mind.. Increasing the gross weight limit of the Sport Aircraft class is a really good idea. The FAA can get your records from Social Security if you are on Medicare. My admitting to counselling halted my medical. What you dont want to do is lie. Good guy, good doc, been at it a long time, Im healthy and got my 3rd class. What Exactly Does A Biomedical Engineer Do? Oh sure they lie. Therefore I go to a chiropractor every chance I get. Would be drowsy at odd times. Its funny that this question even comes up. Returning home, the Civil Aviation Medical Board cleared me for flying. Also the FAA does check your National Driver Register/Record so make sure you keep your driving safe. And, actually, the FAA is making Special Issuance less of a problem for certain diseases. If I remember correctly, being off antidepressant medication for 6 months or longer makes the problem that required the medication no longer an issue. The answer is that the population would not tolerate it. Of course, as others have posted here NO ONE can truthfully answer no to all the questions because of ever. Furthermore if one has the right against self-incrimination in court testimony, why should one be forced to self-incriminate before a Federal Agency that is extremely bureaucratic, slow to change, and out of touch with reality? Not all applicants with OSA are required to have that test. There is no such thing as a good faith mistake. I got my license back about 10 years ago. There shouldnt be different standards for flying than are for driving. SO ITS FLY TILL I DIE OR GO TO PRISON. FAX your completed Request for Airman Medical Records Form to (405) 954-9326. I'm a pilot, and an air traffic controller. Having people squeal on them? your PIC in the Cockpit might have the most serious medical condition, but will never no it thats why the federal government made the HIPPA law. These are a few of the most frequently asked questions pilots have concerning the FAA and their medical certificate. There are folks flying with diabetes that are on insulin. Next, instead of the Class 3 Medical Certificate being good for 5 years until age 40 when it decreases to 2 years, make the decrease more gradual. Its sad. Thank you for the help. We only use the Would the FAA prefer people to auger in because they are depressed rather than get a medication. If a question comes up about whether or not a pilot is qualified to hold an FAA medical certificate, the application itself usually does not contain enough information for AMCD to make a truly informed decision. One of the questions is, have you ever had unconsciousness for any reason.. If you are stupid and want to wait months for a medical waiver. FAA gets told one version of the story. I dont remember the exact incidence of pilot incapacitations that they quote at the AME seminars, but it is extremely low. Mr. Diabetes can still legally fly as a sport pilot. Much is right there too, but that practice detracts from an otherwise good performance. should not fly. Robert Davis Travel Management Consultant, 2023 Executive Flyers +1 (512) 241-0795. The FAA Medical requirements need revision and made more rational instead of simply being a procedural nightmare for pilots. Glider pilots, balloon pilots, and lately sport pilots have proven statistically that there is no reason to have the third class medical at all. The fibbing about a little issue. The AME is there to help you get a medical LEGALLY when you have one or more disqualifying conditions. He started his career working with his father, Leighton Collins, at the original Air Facts magazine. No. Its mode of travel, the air, makes it a lot more divertable than stuck to a road, and should make it safer, Especially as opposed to the majority of motor home drivers, that are in their later stages of life, howling down the freeway at 70 miles per hour in bumper to bumper traffic. Im older now and have some typical late 40s health issues. 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. Question 18m. The problem with the medical certification process is that on the one hand the questions are so stringent i.e. I just left the Marine Corps and want nothing more than to begin my flight training, but I still cant help but wonder about the outcome, especially after all I have read on this thread. Smaller countries use the FAA regulations for medical certification and, therefore, use the 8500-8 form and have it submitted to the FAA for approval. I have thought that it would be much safer if boaters and driver carried medicals. He issued my medical with a waiver. I served 6 years with the U.S. Secret Service, protecting POTUS and his family. If I dont tell him would the FAA find out if I never had another attack? Aviation medicals protect your lifeand a periodic physical is smart. Some of us just have problems in our lives that are difficult to deal with. 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. The entire aeromedical FAA staff can go kill themselves for all I care. Irs Data Book, 2020. chances of getting caught lying on faa medical one of the medications used treat! 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