Michael
Pattern Altitude
I was looking at the astronaut application (not that i wanted to apply, just curiosity) this was one of the FAQs..
Why would LASIK disqualify a person applying for an astronaut position. Do the airlines have a similar policy? I was under the impression that the laser procedure was safe and in most cases would retore vision to better than pre procedure.
Michael
Is surgery to improve visual acuity allowed?
No, any type of surgery to improve visual acuity, e.g. radial keratotomy, photorefractive keratectomy, LASIK, etc., will disqualify you for the Astronaut Candidate Program.
Why would LASIK disqualify a person applying for an astronaut position. Do the airlines have a similar policy? I was under the impression that the laser procedure was safe and in most cases would retore vision to better than pre procedure.
Michael
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