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Ah got it. Yeah, definitely want to do a pure consult first so I can figure out hoops I need to jump through. I would rather have to wait longer, or do some potentially annoying things to reassure the AME than risk denial. Thanks for the advice!

Thanks for the reply. I have glanced over the form online (I don't know if its a current version or whatever), and you do have to check whether you have had substance dependence in the last two years. I imagine I would still have to check that, or since its prescribed maybe not? I don't know...

Yep, I am off of the stuff and healthy. I certainly would not want to risk my ability to fly by doing so.

Thanks for the reply. I definitely agree with you on that, I want to do it legit. what is the turbo medical?

FWIW I don't have a criminal record, no DUI's, etc. I'm 100% sure I can ace the rest of the medical exams. 20/20 vision, no other health problems than a bad back and the painkillers. I feel healthier than ever now! I imagine they would like to see some confirmation that I have ceased taking the...

Thank you for the reply. That makes me feel better, but I don't want to get my hopes up just to have an expensive doctor's visit ruin my skyward ambitions.

Hey everyone, I have been infatuated with aviation my whole life, as I am sure much of you are. I was always interested in getting a PPL. Unfortunately as a teenager I was a passenger in a very bad car crash. I suffered very severe spinal injuries, and as a result was put on painkillers for...