Excargodog

But it certainly DID interfere with your abilities if it caused double vision, even in the relatively slow paced world of the PPL. And just how was THAT issue resolved? Prismatic lenses? Strabismus surgery? Or just exercises? And again, do you still break fusion and see double when fatigued?

BigKetchup

Excargodog
Double vision has been surgically correctable for over a century; I haven't had it for over 30 years.

Excargodog

Yeah. It’s called strabismus surgery which is why I asked.

You are fortunate. 25% fail altogether to correct and an even higher percentage experience double vision when extremely fatigued.

Jimotter

THe "required" recuperation and stabilization period is per the FAA Medical Standards...
I was aware of THAT limitation going in...
And I guess that for open heart sugery, there probably does need to be "some" minimum recovery period. For some , maybe less time would actually be acceptable. But for others, maybe MORE time might be needed.

My AME considered "some" minimum time reasonable. And I never asked the cardiologist. Frankly... for me 6 months wasnt a horrible plan.

But OK City's complete disrespect for the applicants need to have an idea of where we were in the process....THAT was the first insult. Add to that that ( due to my continued subtle probing I learned that) the specialist team ONLY met ONCE per month... and because they met at the end of the month... July 4 killed a day ( yes really) as did Thanksgiving and Christmas...so at least THREE months were not serviced at all..

DEAR FAA.... RESPOND A SAY IM WRONG !!!
Nope they wont provide ANY info.

JohnBurke

Which specialized service did you use to navigate the special issuance process? You've stipulated your AME and your cardiologist. Which of them specialises in Special Issuance?