ASD as a pilot

[Chasity jackson]

I was born with an atrial septal defect (ASD), I was told that it closed up but when I went to get it checked it was still there. Last year I went through the surgery and got it closed, this year I’ve decided I want to become a professional pilot and I’ve started the steps to get my 1st class medical certificate. When I called they told me it would have to be deferred to the FAA which could take months to hear back. My question is, what are the chances of the FAA denying me with this defect? It’s already been closed and the cells have grown around the hole, I’ve had a follow up echo and no flow is seen through the bubble test. I am going to mail over all my doctor notes but I would like to try and get an idea of my chances so I can start looking at other careers while waiting for a letter back. I should also note I’ve had syncope in the past as a kid (a total of 3) but my cardiologist determined my triggers and I’ve not had an episode in over 2 years. Will this also be an issue?

 

[bbchien]

Assuming you 've never had a clincial stroke....

CJ you'll need the operative note, and a current bubble echo, and current OV to the cardiologist.
They are likely in this setting to demand a stress treadmill, and a 24 hour rhythm monitor

But this CAN be done.

 

[TCABM]

O has a childhood ASD surgically repaired with open heart surgery. With the documentation @bbchien mentioned, he was able to issue me in office. Do the tests, get the documentation in hand and consult withc whichever AME you choose, but do not put anything in MedXpress until the AME says they can and will issue you in office.