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Hello! I'm looking for some clarification, from anyone in the know, about the requirements for obtaining an initial SI class I medical with an existing OSA diagnosis. Specifically, how far back does the FAA want to see in terms of CPAP compliance when issuing a medical cert for the first time...

I've been on CPAP since 2017 with great compliance. I feel so much better with it, it's not an issue to never be without it. In 2017, I was handed the machine which was set to Auto (APAP). The numbers were essentially checked only twice a year by my sleep doc and once a year during the flight...

Hi folks. New member from Fort Worth here. I retired from the military a couple yrs ago and I’m looking to start flight school. Before I try to get a medical cert I figured I’d see whether anyone has experienced the FAA issuing a Special Issuance for a vet who’s been given a 100% P&T rating...

So it is time to send in my CPAP report and doctors letter for my annual authorization. what the doctor gave me is a copy of his notes, rather than a true letter. it mentions surgery I had in late 2016 - "distal clavical resection" I think it says - in the history portion of the notes...

Last year my sleep doc informed me he was dropping all his patients and going in another direction. My medical was due the end of February but due to the flue, travel, and procrastination I didn't get a new doc lined up timely. Last week when I called to schedule an initial consult with a new...

With OSH fast approaching, I'm seeking a lightweight yet inexpensive battery to power my CPAP. The prices from the medical forums are stupid expensive. Also, how do you plan to recharge yours, solar? Thanks. With OSH rapidly approaching, I'm looking for an alternative to lugging a 50 lb...