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If you have a medical condition that does not meet the FAA’s normal medical standards, does that mean your dream of becoming a pilot is over? Not necessarily. Some pilots and aspiring pilots who do not qualify for an unrestricted FAA medical certificate may still be able to obtain medical certification through something known as […]
Read the guide →One of the first questions many aspiring pilots ask is, “Do I need a medical certificate before I can start flight training?” That question sounds simple, but it usually leads to several others: The confusion begins with the names. A third-class medical is an actual FAA medical certificate issued through the federal airman medical-certification system. […]
Read the guide →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 […]
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