Excerpts from AME Guide |
Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 46. Neurologic - Infections of the Nervous System
Disease/Condition | Class | Evaluation Data | Disposition |
---|---|---|---|
Brain Abscess; Encephalitis; Meningitis; and Neurosyphilis |
All | Complete neurological evaluation with appropriate laboratory and imaging studies | Requires FAA Decision |
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