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[walljer]

I'm sorry if this is a repeat thread, but I couldn't find the answers that I was looking for.

I am a pilot for a 121 carrier, and I am required to wear corrective lenses to fly. I was wondering what the requirements of the FAA were to have this procedure done. The only information that I found was here.

http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/medical_certification/faq/response12/

Is that all the paperwork that has to be done? Do I have to see an AME after I have the surgery, before I can return to work? What is the estimated length of time before I can return to work? Any insight or a place where I can find more information would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Walljer

 

[My Flight Surgeon]

You just need to have the ophthalmologist complete the Form 8500-7. If there are no complications, you may fly. Either send the form to the FAA in Oklahoma City or take it to your AME when you get your next medical done. Here is more information http://www.faa.gov/pilots/safety/pilotsafetybrochures/media/LaserEye_II.pdf

 

[walljer]

Thanks a lot Doc!