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)...
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Myopia does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a pilot. Having said that, if you suffer from myopia, you will need to take corrective action in order to address the issue before you can...
Colorblindness does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a pilot. There are a number of factors at play that determine the boundaries and limitations of what you can and cannot do as a...
As a general aviation pilot suffering with both astigmatism and nearsightedness, I have been on the fence about getting LASIK for a long time now. I've been weary of the risks, and have been content...
As someone who has always dreamed of flying, I was disheartened when my optometrist diagnosed me with astigmatism during a routine eye exam. At that moment, I thought my dreams of becoming a...
https://youtu.be/2GBwPBMqFA4?si=NnmN7TOivC60eSp0 One of the most common misconceptions about aviation is whether or not you can wear glasses, contact lenses, or even get LASIK done, and still be...