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FC1 Physical Information

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#1 Guest_Ragansundowner_*

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Posted 06 May 2004 - 10:00 AM

I wasn't sure if this should go under the General Discussion or Aviation Medicine forum, so I just figured I'd toss it here.

I got my FC1 completed back in January of this year. At the time, my recruiter told me everything looked good and I would probably have it approved and receive an OTS class start date by mid-march. It's now the beginning of may and I'm not even sure if the FC1 has left the base I originally took it at to go to Randolph. My recruiter seems a little reluctant to return phone calls and I'm just wondering if there is anything I can do to find out where the physical is right now and how long things are going to take.

Always ready to hurry up and wait, hehe.

-R.S.

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#2 Guest_jassayag_*

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Posted 06 May 2004 - 10:27 AM

I had the same problem when I took my FC1. My recruiter still didn't take me seriously back then and was obviously more interested in handling his enlisted applicants than me. What I did was I called the clinic at the base that I had the FC1 and I hounded the tech there until I could get a straight answer. As it turned out, my FC1 had been sitting for a few MONTHS waiting on a re-examination, which I'm convinced they weren't going to tell me about. Once that was done, I called the tech at the clinic about twice a week until he said that it had been sent out. After that, I called about once a week or every two weeks until it came back with the approval. I know what you are going through so I feel your pain. Be proactive about it, but be sure you are still respectful to everyone over at the lab. Just start out by asking where the packet is, when it got sent out, how much longer before it gets certified. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me. Good luck.

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#3 Guest_EZ206PILOT_*

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Posted 06 May 2004 - 11:28 AM

I had almost the same exact experience. You have to let the technicians know that you are serious. However if you over step the line, your physical might disappear. Just be cautious but firm.

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#4 Guest_jetskiing_*

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Posted 05 April 2005 - 09:09 PM

I am just curious if anyone can tell me the length of an FC1 medical...I am leaving for Brooks soon and just want to make sure I am good to go...I couldn't find any information on their website...Thanks!

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#5 Phil Ken Sebben

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Posted 05 April 2005 - 09:19 PM

4 days. Day 1 you get to San Antonio airport and chill in the USO lounge waiting for the rest of your group if you're like me. Then you check into your room that night and roam around base. Day 2 and 3 are very busy with your physical. At the end of day 2 your group will usually venture downtown to the river walk. Be sure to check out the Mad Dog Pub and say hello to the girls for me. Day 4 is either medical re-checks and/or chest x-ray and then going home. Be sure to take sweats with you as the waiting room is very chilly. Any more questions, PM me and I'll be glad to fill you in.

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#6 Guest_jetskiing_*

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Posted 05 April 2005 - 09:24 PM

Thanks for the info on Brooks, but specifically I am looking on how long my medical is valid for...I had it 2 years ago and I am curious if I need to get a new one! Thanks

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#7 zrooster99

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Posted 06 April 2005 - 03:14 PM

At least I was half (assed) right. Knew it was 3 years because I actually had to renew once...

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Once you're there the standards are lower to start/stay in the program.

Can't wait 'til I get to that point...I'm so tired of fuqing with Brooks

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#8 Guest_Sven_*

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Posted 23 March 2004 - 07:45 PM

How can I get a FC1 scheduled?
Also, would the FC1 count as a civilian flight medical?
Thanks for your help,
Sven

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#9 Guest_ColMustard_*

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Posted 23 March 2004 - 07:48 PM

Call your local recruiter, they'll setup the physical and all the paperwork that goes with it.

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#10 Guest_bammer35_*

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Posted 23 March 2004 - 08:58 PM

If you are out the AF, then see the above post. If you are on active duty then you can schedule with flight medicine.

Although the FC1 is more difficult than the FAA, the FAA does not take AF physicals nor vice versa. Good luck.

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#11 Guest_navobd_*

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Posted 24 March 2004 - 12:29 PM

FC1 will not count as a civilian flight physical unless the flight doc administering the physical is an FAA AME.

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#12 Guest_ryan77_*

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Posted 27 September 2004 - 08:11 PM

Hello,
Got a quick question... I am currently active duty enlisted, and am planning on separating the Air Force in a couple of weeks. I had an FC1 done last April. I am planning on Submitting an OTS package in March of 05.. Will I be required to take another FC1 since I will be a civilian? Thanks, Ryan

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#13 Guest_AKROTC_*

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Posted 28 September 2004 - 07:33 PM

No, you shouldn't be required to complete another FC1...as they are good for 3 years regardless of your military status.

However, I would resubmit this question to the aviation medical section and have a flight doc answer this for certain...

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#14 Guest_hokie00_*

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Posted 08 April 2004 - 01:09 AM

I got my Flying Class 1A exam done at Andrews AFB, Maryland. My dilated cyclo exam came out to -3.25L and -3.75R, and I got 20/200 for visual acuity. whew on the border line.. what a relief. I passed the depth perception tests (I took this several times at MEPS and at civilian ophthamalogist and I never had a problem with depth perception tests. fortunately)and everything except my refraction should be good to go. My refraction has been stable for about 6 years at around -3.5 each eye. I'm 27 years old. Ok anyways, here are my questions.

1) I had some cavities and the dentist at the base qualifed me for FCII. This wont be a problem as long as I go to a private dentist and get the cavities fixed and have the proper documents faxed in, right? Do I need to get the cavities fixed before my packet can get to the Surgeon General? (I was recently laid off and I dont have dental insurance anymore. I should have taken care of this while I had insurance)

2) I searched through all the old posts, but I can't find much info on excessive refraction waivers for navigators. The consensus seems to be that as long as its within -4.50, they will get you the waiver without much grief. Is that correct? I dont know if thats an urben legend or not.

All feedbacks/advices GREATLY appreciated. F16MD and other valuable contributors who give out monumental advices, I'm thanking you ahead. :D

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#15 Guest_laurendenise28_*

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Posted 08 April 2004 - 06:10 AM

Hi,
I had to get my cavatites taken care of before they would send my paperwork anywhere since it was a class I physical. I am surprised they did not tell you the same...I'm no expert, thought, but I though cavaties not taken care of were a DQ for a class I. Also, if I remember correctly you should get an automatic waiver no problem with your refractive error. Good luck!
-Lauren

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#16 Guest_stu_*

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Posted 08 April 2004 - 12:33 PM

Lauren's right about cavities being DQ for the IFC-1. When I took my physical it turned out that I had a couple. The next day I scheduled with a civilian dentist; $500 and an hour later i had the fax lines humming with a letter signed by the DMD. I asked several different people at the base hospital who the letter should be sent to and I got a different answer each time so I just sent it to all of them to better my chances of it (sooner) getting in the right hands.

Ask your dentist to be specific in his letter, i.e. which tooth numbers had cavities and were fixed, as well as your SS#.

So yes, as much as it sucks, you'll have to just bite the bullet (somewhat literally) and shell out the scratch to get yourself "healthy" in hopes that the muddy river of your paperwork will soon begin flowing upstream again.

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#17 Guest_Shep_*

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Posted 08 April 2004 - 04:40 PM

Yah, the whole dental thing sucks before Active Duty. Back in the day, they wouldn't commission me until I had all of my wisdom teeth pulled (at my own expense).

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#18 Guest_F16PilotMD_*

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Posted 10 April 2004 - 11:53 PM

Holes in your teeth are DQ for IFC-1A. If they send your package (sts) to the SG, it will get denied...so they won't. You have to get the holes filled.

I know nothing about nav eye waivers. Sorry, been with single-seat fighters my whole life.

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#19 Guest_kack_*

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Posted 09 May 2004 - 07:18 PM

I had an FC1 for OTS application. OTS did not woek out so I am enrolling in gradute school and ROTC. I was hoping I would not have to go through another FC1. Just curious how long it will be valid. Thanks