Recent content by uh-60crewdawg

I had an appt with my Doc at the VA on Friday. I meant to stop by this thread to ask you all what medications are approved by the FAA that she could prescribe me instead of the unauthorized meds I'm currently taking. I discussed this with her, but she stated she had no knowledge on the subject...

I've already discussed this several times over many visits to my healthcare provider at the VA. She is willing to do everything within her power to help me accomplish this goal. She feels it would be good therapy for me as she knows I am passionate about it. I've always enjoyed flying. I find...

I appreciate the feedback. I've researched the Sport Pilot route and am going to pursue that to scratch my itch. Waiting on more info from a local school that teaches the Sport Pilot curriculum. The fleet of LSA they have look pretty sweet. I believe they are FlightDesign. Anyhow, again thank...

How long would I have to be off of the meds? Is there anything that my physician at the VA can do? A letter? Other documentation? Change me to different medications? Level with me as to what my options are. This really sucks. Thank you.

So basically at the present time, I need not bother to get a medical certificate or taking flying lessons. Is there anything I can do in the interim to change that? Documentation from my VA shrink? Are there any allowable meds for a PTSD diagnosis?

Thanks for the advice. The Bupropion HCL 150MG 12HR SA TAB states for PTSD on the RX. Fluoxetine HCL 20MG CAP states for depression on the RX. I've been taking both for over 3 years and not had any adverse effects or worsening symptoms. I've actually made great progress in my recovery...

Good evening, I found this message board on Google, and from what I have read, I am really impressed with the expertise advice. I want to get my Private Pilots license, but I have several medical concerns that I'd like opinions on before I even waste time trying to pursue this dream of mine...