Excerpts from AME Guide |
Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 35. Lungs and Chest - Sleep Apnea
Disease/Condition | Class | Evaluation Data | Disposition |
---|---|---|---|
Obstructive Sleep Apnea | All | Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report. Include sleep study with a polysomnogram, use of medications and titration study results | Initial Special Issuance - Requires FAA Decision Followup Special Issuance’s - See AASI Protocol |
Periodic Limb Movement, etc. | All | Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report. Include sleep study with a polysonogram, use of medications and titration study results, along with a statement regarding Restless Leg Syndrome | Requires FAA Decision |
Other FAA (Aeromedical) Lung Issues Relevant to Pilots and Airman:
- Allergies
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Disease of the Lungs, Pleura, or Mediastinum
- Pleura and Pleural Cavity
- Pulmonary
- Sleep Apnea
Note: Numbers correspond to the required entry in the AME portion of the FAA Form 8500-8
Note: Numbers correspond to the required entry in the AME portion of the FAA Form 8500-8