Excerpts from AME Guide |
Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 46. Neurologic - Demyelinating Disease
Disease/Condition | Class | Evaluation Data | Disposition |
---|---|---|---|
Acute Optic Neuritis; Allergic Encephalomyelitis; Landry Guillain Barre Syndrome; Myasthenia Gravis; or Multiple Sclerosis |
All | Submit all pertinent medical records, current neurologic report, to comment on involvement and persisting deficit, period of stability without symptoms, name and dosage of medication(s) and side effects | Requires FAA Decision |
Note: Factors used in determining eligibility will include the medical history, neurological involvement and persisting deficit, period of stability without symptoms, type and dosage of medications used, and general health. A neurological and/or general medical consultation will be necessary in most instances.
Other Neurologic Issues Relevant to Aviators:
- Cerebrovascular Disease (including the brain stem)
- Demyelinating Disease
- Extrapyramidal, Hereditary, and Degenerative Diseases of the Nervous System
- Headaches
- Hydrocephalus and Shunts
- Infections of the Nervous System
- Neurologic Conditions
- Other Conditions
- Presence of any neurological condition or disease that potentially may incapacitate an individual
- Spasticity, Weakness, or Paralysis of the Extremities
- Vertigo or Disequilibrium
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