schomburg
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- Mar 18, 2005
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- Hillsboro, Oregon
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Dick Schomburg
I am a Type II diabetic, not currently insulin dependent. with a Class III medical and FAA Special Issuance. Age 72, Private ASEL, fresh instrument rating (12/2004), lean and fit, employed as a medical DSP engineer.
Over the past six months, my blood glucose levels have risen despite meds and an aggressive long-term aerobic exercise program, 3-4 times weekly for 10+ years. My last HbA1c was at 8.4 following a respiratory virus that kept me away from the gym for a month. I am essentially maxed out on the usual NIDDM oral meds.
My endocrinologist, whom I trust highly, is recommending that I begin insulin treatment 'soon'. My current medical certificate expires on 31 May 2005, and I will probably begin insulin usage shortly thereafter. I'm not opposed to this, as it will protect me against future diabetic health deterioration
I have read the insulin-related certification articles and regulations on the usual general aviation and Federal websites, and have the following query:
While staying entirely within the rules, which is the better strategy for me to follow: ??
[1] Attempt to renew the Class III certificate as usual, risking possible disqualification at the physical exam, -OR-
[2] Skip this next physical, let the certificate expire, get established on insulin, wait the six months, and then apply for an insulin-dependent Class III Special Issuance.
Also, does anyone know the odds of getting the requested "insulin SI" ?
And, should I seek out an AME with any special qualifications to help me with this? (I live near Portland, Oregon.)
I really will appreciate any input on this ...
Dick Schomburg
Hillsboro, Oregon
Over the past six months, my blood glucose levels have risen despite meds and an aggressive long-term aerobic exercise program, 3-4 times weekly for 10+ years. My last HbA1c was at 8.4 following a respiratory virus that kept me away from the gym for a month. I am essentially maxed out on the usual NIDDM oral meds.
My endocrinologist, whom I trust highly, is recommending that I begin insulin treatment 'soon'. My current medical certificate expires on 31 May 2005, and I will probably begin insulin usage shortly thereafter. I'm not opposed to this, as it will protect me against future diabetic health deterioration
I have read the insulin-related certification articles and regulations on the usual general aviation and Federal websites, and have the following query:
While staying entirely within the rules, which is the better strategy for me to follow: ??
[1] Attempt to renew the Class III certificate as usual, risking possible disqualification at the physical exam, -OR-
[2] Skip this next physical, let the certificate expire, get established on insulin, wait the six months, and then apply for an insulin-dependent Class III Special Issuance.
Also, does anyone know the odds of getting the requested "insulin SI" ?
And, should I seek out an AME with any special qualifications to help me with this? (I live near Portland, Oregon.)
I really will appreciate any input on this ...
Dick Schomburg
Hillsboro, Oregon