allenchromo
New Member
I am due for a my 3rd class medical certification soon. It is possible that I will not meet the 20/40 requirement for one of my eyes. It was damaged and repaired years ago and has recently had a cataract surgery. I see well out of the eye, but again, I may not meet the requirements for the certification. I see well with both eyes now, but the left is not great close for small print. I'm 20/20 right and 20/40 left both corrected. It has not been an issue during training. I've flown many hours and am getting ready for the checkride.
I see that there is a possibility to be designated a monocular pilot. Do I need to request this before I have my physical, or do I essentially "fail" the physical and then work with a doctor to submit the form 8500-7?
It seems possible that I might not be able to fly anymore bc I won't be able to pass the 16" test for closeup vision in one eye.
I would appreciate any guidance you have to offer me. Thank you.
I see that there is a possibility to be designated a monocular pilot. Do I need to request this before I have my physical, or do I essentially "fail" the physical and then work with a doctor to submit the form 8500-7?
It seems possible that I might not be able to fly anymore bc I won't be able to pass the 16" test for closeup vision in one eye.
I would appreciate any guidance you have to offer me. Thank you.