Four No-brainer Health Tips Almost Every Pilot Forgets
Is it a pilot’s health matter or passengers’ safety matter? Based on psychology it is known for centuries that you are what you eat so we don’t need to mention that health is the most crucial element in someone’s life. So we can see now the importance of a healthy pilot, which goes beyond the […]
Aeromedical Certification after alcohol or drug infractions *****8500-8 Section 18.v.
Aviators are a special breed, often close to adventure and active socially. When they are not flying, they may be subject to indiscretion and bad choices. A few may be involved in an incident involving alcohol or drug abuse that becomes a police matter.These are very serious situations both for the individual’s health and well-being, […]
FLYING AFTER SCUBA DIVING
I have enjoyed scuba diving for many years. As a physician, I am fascinated with the physiology of barometric pressure and offloading gases within the body. I did advanced hyperbaric training through Divers Alert Network and through New York Medical College where I am a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine. Decompression sickness is the medical […]
Congratulations Marcos Franca to become private pilot!
OFC happily announces that today our student and friend MARCOS FRANCA passed his checkride to become a Private Pilot! Congratulations Marcos, and well done.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – Pilot – FAA Medical Exam
Pilots are concerned about a new medical standard for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) by the Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The concern is that pilots with a serious weight problem will be adversely affected in their recertification. I would like to present my perspective as a senior AME. My thoughts are my own and not necessarily […]
Duration of FAA Pilot medical certificates
Many pilots ask if we could recap the duration for their medical certificates. and the frequency for the EKG for the first class airmen. First Class Medical Certificate: A first class medical certificate is valid for the remainder of the month of issue; plus o 6 calendar months for operations requiring a first class medical […]
To The Moon Simulation
6th Annual International Aviation Medical Examiner Seminar – presenting cutting Edge Technology
Cool gadgets in Aviation! Check out the latest: X2 Biosystem (TBA) and Heart Rate & Pulse Oximeter Monitor – Cutting Edge Technology. Once every 2 years, the FAA sponsors a medical education program in Europe for Senior Aviation Medical Examiners. It is a terrific opportunity to learn directly from the top FAA medical leadership. This year […]
Lasik Correction for Pilot
From: Raymond Basri <xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx > Date: June 24, 2014 11:03:41 AM EDT To: <xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Subject: Re: LASIK That is very good news indeed. I’m happy you are satisfied with the results. You should bring the report from the eye specialist as well as completing your Medxpress online application listing it as a surgical procedure. I look forward to seeing […]
MyFlightMD Online Appointment Booking System
Online Appointment Booking System MyFlightMD has NOW online appointment booking system for your medical appointment.