Recent content by limaoscarlima

I just wanted to wrap up this topic with my outcome. After waiting 4.5 months for my next special issuance, I was ecstatic to receive a full standard issuance. Quick recap: 2015: ~9 months since being treated with an SSRI. Standard 3rd class medical issued. 2020: 5 years 9 months since being...

Thanks for the info. BasicMed here I come. I do like to hop up into the flight levels on occasion so would love to keep my 3rd class - but the SI process every year is a PITA. Nonetheless, I'll count myself as one of the lucky ones.

Backstory: I started flight training in late 2015 and applied for my medical. In late 2014 I had stopped taking SSRI medication for mild anxiety since the treatment was no longer necessary. I noted my history of anxiety and the medication, got my medical issued on the spot, and flew happily...