Soku39
Well-Known Member
I decided to post this here instead of Aero Med because I think the frequenters of this forum may be able to help more.
I failed my depth perception at MEPS. I was completely shocked until I did some digging and found out this is a rather common occurrence, however in my head this is a big deal. I've found many threads on other websites basically explaining how the test at MEPS in unfair and poorly thought out it is. I've talked to some AF pilots about it, my recruiter and a flight surgeon at a different squadron that the one I am going to fly at. They gave me all the tips aka don't let them rush you, don't stare like they tell you, roll your head from side to side, get two good nights of sleep before the test so that your eyes will focus quicker etc etc. That being said I'm pretty sure I just had no idea how to take that test, and got caught completely off guard.
http://www.f-16.net/f-16_forum_view...asc-sid-fcd0272592e4fc62bf6d025039247a73.html
http://www.flyingsquadron.com/forums/index.php?/topic/7044-depth-perception-issues/
Now I know there is a waiver, despite being told numerous times that there isn't one (ctrl+F depth perception):
http://www.baseops.net/archive/archivemedical.html
But I would rather not even begin to try to start dealing with that.
After this happened I went to my private optometrist, we did a series of tests together and as I suspected he found me to be completely normal. Apparently there are a few ways of handling this, but I'm trying to figure out the best one. I'm guessing the easiest way is to go see an AF optometrist and test with him. According to other threads I've read most people past here, and then when they get to Brooks extra time is spent on the depth perception part. However I do not know how to ensure that this happens.
The guy pushing my paper work at the wing is retrieving my MEPS exam next week to see what he can do, unfortunately I'm not sure if he is looking out for me or not.
So basically I'm looking for a little guidance as to how to deal with this issue, and I am 100% sure that I do not have issues, and was simply rushed/did not know how to take the test at MEPS. I really do not want to shoot myself in the foot over this, so if anyone has guidance I would much appreciate it.
I failed my depth perception at MEPS. I was completely shocked until I did some digging and found out this is a rather common occurrence, however in my head this is a big deal. I've found many threads on other websites basically explaining how the test at MEPS in unfair and poorly thought out it is. I've talked to some AF pilots about it, my recruiter and a flight surgeon at a different squadron that the one I am going to fly at. They gave me all the tips aka don't let them rush you, don't stare like they tell you, roll your head from side to side, get two good nights of sleep before the test so that your eyes will focus quicker etc etc. That being said I'm pretty sure I just had no idea how to take that test, and got caught completely off guard.
http://www.f-16.net/f-16_forum_view...asc-sid-fcd0272592e4fc62bf6d025039247a73.html
http://www.flyingsquadron.com/forums/index.php?/topic/7044-depth-perception-issues/
Now I know there is a waiver, despite being told numerous times that there isn't one (ctrl+F depth perception):
http://www.baseops.net/archive/archivemedical.html
But I would rather not even begin to try to start dealing with that.
After this happened I went to my private optometrist, we did a series of tests together and as I suspected he found me to be completely normal. Apparently there are a few ways of handling this, but I'm trying to figure out the best one. I'm guessing the easiest way is to go see an AF optometrist and test with him. According to other threads I've read most people past here, and then when they get to Brooks extra time is spent on the depth perception part. However I do not know how to ensure that this happens.
The guy pushing my paper work at the wing is retrieving my MEPS exam next week to see what he can do, unfortunately I'm not sure if he is looking out for me or not.
So basically I'm looking for a little guidance as to how to deal with this issue, and I am 100% sure that I do not have issues, and was simply rushed/did not know how to take the test at MEPS. I really do not want to shoot myself in the foot over this, so if anyone has guidance I would much appreciate it.
