moose416

I wanted to bring this thread back up to see what the best course of action for my condition would be. I was diagnosed with IBS when I was around 10 or so. It only occurred when I ate greasy foods (sausage/bacon/etc). Around when I was 13 or so, it just went away completely, and I haven't had a single issue since. I was also diagnosed by my pediatric doctor and never went to a specialist or any real tests done, but it is on my records as IBS. I am 26 now and haven't had a single issue in over 13 years. Do I need to go and see a specialist and get tests done to show that I don't have this condition anymore? Also, is this correct that a waiver isn't even possible anymore? From: Air Force Waiver Guide 6 Mar 2019.docx I. Waiver Consideration. IBS is disqualifying for all classes of Air Force flying to include ATC/GBC and MOD personnel, as well as for retention. Due to the chronic and unpredictable nature of the disease, it is not wise to consider aviation applicants with the history of IBS for any flying class or position. These folks do not fare well with many stressful positions and run the risk of not being available, on short notice, for many sorties. For trained aviators with mild symptoms easily treatable with diet or other non-pharmacologic therapies, waiver can be considered. There are some cases that can be controlled on approved medications; these aviators can also be considered for a waiver.