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I've been out of civillian flying for 20+ years and am ready to step back in. Before I do so, I have a couple of questions that will drive my decision to either go PPL with an ultimate goal of a Class II for eventual Comm/CFI use or LSA. I'm pretty certain I'll need an SI, but not sure it would be issued.
First, my original medical was an SI for an Atrial Septal Defect repair that was done in 1981. My original medical was issued in 1990 and lapsed. Can I expect to re-accomplish the same battery of tests from my original? Unfortunately, I can't find my original FAA letter, but I do know my medical number (and still have it in my files).
Next, I've been in the Air Force and have maintained an active Flying Class III medical since 1996 due to my duties as an aircrew member. During my tenure in the Air Force, I've had a couple of setbacks that I'm really concerned about.
In early 2000, I received a reprimand through non-judicial punishment for an event that was alcohol related (disorderly conduct). This did not affect any of my driving privledges. During the time frame between the event occurring and the punishment being served, I voluntarily attended outpatient counselling for stress management (the CDAC's root cause for the event). Other than that episode, I have had no other issues with alcohol and rarely have a drink today. Is this reportable as either as administrative action or considered substance abuse?
In late 2009, I was diagnosed with superficial spreading melanoma with a depth of less than .5mm. I received and Air Force waiver to my flight physical and routinely see my dermatologist for skin checks. I know I will need an SI for this, will my Air Force waive package and/or the follow up care information be of any help for the SI?
Other than that, I had a dislocated shoulder in 2010, which shouldn't be an issue as far as I know.
If an FAA Class II is possible, is this something any AME can do, or is there a specific AME I should work with in Colorado.
Thank you in advance for the advice.
First, my original medical was an SI for an Atrial Septal Defect repair that was done in 1981. My original medical was issued in 1990 and lapsed. Can I expect to re-accomplish the same battery of tests from my original? Unfortunately, I can't find my original FAA letter, but I do know my medical number (and still have it in my files).
Next, I've been in the Air Force and have maintained an active Flying Class III medical since 1996 due to my duties as an aircrew member. During my tenure in the Air Force, I've had a couple of setbacks that I'm really concerned about.
In early 2000, I received a reprimand through non-judicial punishment for an event that was alcohol related (disorderly conduct). This did not affect any of my driving privledges. During the time frame between the event occurring and the punishment being served, I voluntarily attended outpatient counselling for stress management (the CDAC's root cause for the event). Other than that episode, I have had no other issues with alcohol and rarely have a drink today. Is this reportable as either as administrative action or considered substance abuse?
In late 2009, I was diagnosed with superficial spreading melanoma with a depth of less than .5mm. I received and Air Force waiver to my flight physical and routinely see my dermatologist for skin checks. I know I will need an SI for this, will my Air Force waive package and/or the follow up care information be of any help for the SI?
Other than that, I had a dislocated shoulder in 2010, which shouldn't be an issue as far as I know.
If an FAA Class II is possible, is this something any AME can do, or is there a specific AME I should work with in Colorado.
Thank you in advance for the advice.