| Title | : | Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | FAA |
| Release | : | 2014-07-17 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Reference, Books, Study Aids |
| Size | : | 19851469 |
| The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is an agency of the United States Department of Transportation with authority to regulate and oversee all aspects of civil aviation in the U.S. (National Airworthiness Authority). The Federal Aviation Act of 1958 created the group under the name "Federal Aviation Agency", and adopted its current name in 1967 when it became a part of the United States Department of Transportation. The Federal Aviation Administration's major roles include: Regulating U.S. commercial space transportation. Regulating air navigation facilities' geometry and Flight inspection standards. Encouraging and developing civil aeronautics, including new aviation technology. Issuing, suspending, or revoking pilot certificates. Regulating civil aviation to promote safety, especially through local offices called Flight Standards District Offices. Developing and operating a system of air traffic control and navigation for both civil and military aircraft. Researching and developing the National Airspace System and civil aeronautics. Developing and carrying out programs to control aircraft noise and other environmental effects of civil aviation. This book includes the following topics: GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Legal Responsibilities of Designated Aviation Medical Examiners 2. Authority of Aviation Medical Examiners 3. Equipment Requirements 4. Medical Certification Decision Making 5. Authorization for Special Issuance and AME Assisted Special Issuance (AASI) 6. Privacy of Medical Information 7. Release of Information 8. No ìAlternateî Examiners Designated 9. Who May Be Certified 10. Classes of Medical Certificates 11. Operations Not Requiring a Medical Certificate 12. Medical Certificates ñ AME Completion 13. Validity of Medical Certificates 14. Title 14 CFR ß 61.53, Prohibition on Operations During Medical Deficiency 15. Reexamination of an Airman 16. Examination Fees 17. Replacement of Medical Certificates 18. Disposition of Applications and Medical Examinations 19. Protection and Destruction of Forms 20. Questions or Requests for Assistance 21. Airman Appeals APPLICATION FOR MEDICAL CERTIFICATION I. AME Guidance for Positive Identification of Airmen and Application Procedures II. Prior to the Examination ITEMS 1-2. Application for; Class of Medical Certificate Applied For ITEMS 3-10. Identification ITEMS 11-12. Occupation; Employer ITEM 13. Has Your FAA Airman Medical Certificate Ever Been Denied, Suspended, or Revoked? ITEMS 14-15. Total Pilot Time ITEM 16. Date of Last FAA Medical Application ITEM 17.a. Do You Currently Use Any Medication (Prescription or NONprescription)? ITEM 17.b. Do You Ever Use Near Vision Contact Lens(es) While Flying? ITEM 18. Medical History ITEM 19. Visits to Health Professional Within Last 3 Years ITEM 20. Applicantís National Driver Register and Certifying Declaration EXAMINATION TECHNIQUES AND CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION ITEMS 21-22. Height and Weight ITEMS 23-24. Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA); SODA Serial Number ITEMS 25-30. Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) ITEMS 31-34. Eye ITEM 35. Lungs and Chest ITEM 36. Heart ITEM 37. Vascular System ITEM 38. Abdomen and Viscera ITEM 39. Anus ITEM 40. Skin ITEM 41. G-U System ITEMS 42-43. Musculoskeletal ITEM 44. Identifying Body Marks, Scars, Tattoos ITEM 45. Lymphatics ITEM 46. Neurologic ITEM 47. Psychiatric ITEM 48. General Systemic ITEM 49. Hearing ITEMS 50- 54. Ophthalmologic Disorder ITEM 55. Blood Pressure ITEM 56. Pulse ITEM 57. Urine Test ITEM 58. ECG APPLICATION REVIEW ITEM 59. Other Tests Given ITEM 60. Comments On History and Findings ITEM 61. Applicantís Name ITEM 62. Has Been Issued ITEM 63. Disqualifying Defects ITEM 64. Medical Examinerís Declaration DISEASE PROTOCOLS PHARMACEUTICALS SPECIAL ISSUANCES SUBSTANCES OF DEPENDENCE/ABUSE SYNOPSIS OF MEDICAL STANDARDS |
