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[deaddebate]

AceMohr, on 01 October 2012 - 11:42 AM, said:

Thank you for the timely response. Correct me if I am wrong but isn't a FC1 required for all pilots? Why would I go for an FC1A or FC11 if I am wanting to fly?

FC1 is for pilots. You would do one of the other classes for navigator or another rated aircrew position, just not the pilot.

AceMohr, on 01 October 2012 - 11:42 AM, said:

Also, if they have already scheduled me for a FC1 after reviewing my paper work and eye exams thoroughly, haven't they already seen my eye exam results and seen what my cyclo refraction is? Just curious as to why they would schedule me if they already knew I needed to get surgery?

DOn't know. They'll re-accomplish all the eye exams anyway; perhaps they wan't to double check them. They may educate you on the possibility of a non-pilot position or the potential for surgery. I don't fully understand why they scheduled you when you clearly bust the max waiver standard.

[kaputt]

Just had my IFC1. Came out to 20/80 in both eyes, and my refractive error was outside the normal standard but was within the waiverable standard (-2.25 and -2.50 I think). My near vision also tested out to 20/30. All other parts of my physical were within standard and passed.

What are my chances of getting my waiver approved? I'm feeling pretty good because I tested so close to the 20/70 limit.

[AceMohr]

^ did they say you were good to go at your FC1? Although nothing can be certain, you should be fine. My eyes tested just a tad worse than yours and my FC1 was approved wtih waiver for myopia. Usually takes 3-5 weeks to hear anything back. Contact recruiter if you havent heard by that point. Best of luck.

Also, having a -2.5 refraction error is closer to 20/150 I would think, not 20/80. As long as it doesnt exceed 20/200 and is correctable to 20/20 I believe your fine.

Edited by AceMohr, 17 April 2013 - 10:46 AM.

[deaddebate]

Waiver is almost certain--don't sweat it.

[kaputt]

Thank you. I was just as surprised with the 20/80 number. A few months ago at my own eye doctor I tested at 20/100. I think I just had a good day with my eyes and also maybe guessed right on the O's vs D's etc...

Fingers crossed.

[kaputt]

Any reason to worry after not hearing anything about my vision waiver after over 5 weeks? Contacted my recruiter today and he had not heard anything either. I'm assuming its just riding the paper work train around, but thought I would check.

[Fuzz]

I think it took about 6-8 weeks for me to get the official word, I would probably give it another week or two.

[mp5g]

I'd say 6-9 weeks is more appropriate.