Quick Question
- Thread starter titansox
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My Flight Surgeon
Sr. Aviation Medical Examiner
It depends on the severity. You need to be able to read to study for the written (which is given on a computer) and to read weather briefings.
titansox
Well-Known Member
Ah thanks. I've been able to make it through high school and a semester of college with minimal issues. I was just worried there was something in the books that said anyone with dyslexia is not eligable for a pilots licenses.
My Flight Surgeon
Sr. Aviation Medical Examiner
No, there is not.
SteamyNicks
Well-Known Member
Heres what the FAA says about dyslexic applicants for a written exam:
FAA Order 8080.6E:
7-5.
Testing Procedures for Dyslexic Applicants. A dyslexic applicant may request approval from AFS-630, through the local FSDO or IFO, to take an airman knowledge test. Dyslexic applicants may be afforded up to one and one-half times the standard time allotted to complete the airman knowledge test.
a.
A dyslexic applicant must contact their local FSDO or IFO to request approval to take an airman knowledge test using one of the three options listed below in preferential order.
(1)
Option one. Use current testing facilities and procedures whenever possible.
(2)
Option two. Applicants may use a Franklin Speaking Wordmaster® to facilitate the testing process. The Wordmaster® is a self-contained electronic thesaurus that audibly pronounces typed-in words and presents them on a display screen. It has a built-in headphone jack for private listening, which must be used during testing to avoid disturbing others.
(3)
Option three. Applicants who do not choose to use the first or second option may request a proctor to assist in reading specific words or terms from the test questions and/or supplement book. In the interest of preventing compromise of the testing process, the proctor must be someone who is non-aviation oriented. The proctor must provide reading assistance only, with no explanation of words or terms. When this option is requested, the FSDO or IFO inspector must contact AFS-630 for assistance in selecting the test site and proctor.
Note:
Applicants desiring to test using procedures other than those described in the preceding options must first seek permission from AFS-630.
b.
The applicant’s request through the FSDO or IFO must include:
(1)
A copy of medical documentation, including the diagnosing physician’s name and contact information, verifying the applicant has a dyslexic condition.
(2)
Requested method of test administration.
c.
AFS-630 will confirm receipt of the applicant’s request, including applicable documentation and a statement confirming that the applicant has been advised of the regulatory certification requirement of being able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
d.
AFS-630 will respond to the applicant, through the field office, regarding approval or disapproval of the request. Approved requests will include the designated testing center location, proctor name, test administration method, and appointment time.
So If you need help taking your written exams, it is there for you!
FAA Order 8080.6E:
7-5.
Testing Procedures for Dyslexic Applicants. A dyslexic applicant may request approval from AFS-630, through the local FSDO or IFO, to take an airman knowledge test. Dyslexic applicants may be afforded up to one and one-half times the standard time allotted to complete the airman knowledge test.
a.
A dyslexic applicant must contact their local FSDO or IFO to request approval to take an airman knowledge test using one of the three options listed below in preferential order.
(1)
Option one. Use current testing facilities and procedures whenever possible.
(2)
Option two. Applicants may use a Franklin Speaking Wordmaster® to facilitate the testing process. The Wordmaster® is a self-contained electronic thesaurus that audibly pronounces typed-in words and presents them on a display screen. It has a built-in headphone jack for private listening, which must be used during testing to avoid disturbing others.
(3)
Option three. Applicants who do not choose to use the first or second option may request a proctor to assist in reading specific words or terms from the test questions and/or supplement book. In the interest of preventing compromise of the testing process, the proctor must be someone who is non-aviation oriented. The proctor must provide reading assistance only, with no explanation of words or terms. When this option is requested, the FSDO or IFO inspector must contact AFS-630 for assistance in selecting the test site and proctor.
Note:
Applicants desiring to test using procedures other than those described in the preceding options must first seek permission from AFS-630.
b.
The applicant’s request through the FSDO or IFO must include:
(1)
A copy of medical documentation, including the diagnosing physician’s name and contact information, verifying the applicant has a dyslexic condition.
(2)
Requested method of test administration.
c.
AFS-630 will confirm receipt of the applicant’s request, including applicable documentation and a statement confirming that the applicant has been advised of the regulatory certification requirement of being able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
d.
AFS-630 will respond to the applicant, through the field office, regarding approval or disapproval of the request. Approved requests will include the designated testing center location, proctor name, test administration method, and appointment time.
So If you need help taking your written exams, it is there for you!
swisspilot
Well-Known Member
I had a student that is dyslectic, he is a CFI now.....