Alister1

Will this condition hinder my chances to get a first class medical? I am taking medication for it. Other than that I am good shape.

brownie

No. Infact i know a dozen female captains at united with the same condition. This is very common among women then men and you should not have any problem getting your 1st class.
Good luck

USMCFLYR

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in Oct 2007. The military had me med-down for 6 months while I started my medication and got back on track. Since that time, I've gotten a 3rd class medical from the FAA and been checked 3 times through the military including my annual flight physical (which I hear the short form is still most inclusive than a 1st Class). So far so good - but I have of course worried about a 1st Class medicial too. Thanks for the good information.

USMCFLYR

TchNgo

I found this topic interesting as I have hypothyroidism. I also got a nice letter in the mail from the FAA saying that I "did not qualify for a 1st class under part 67. (scared the crap out of me) Then the next line said that I did qualify under part 67 for a special issuance and the letter they sent had a new medical and a 6 year authorization for special issuance 1st class medical.....I'm still kinda bugged that I have to have a special issuance over taking synthroid.

Chperplt

I've had hypothyroidism for about 15 years now... Never once had a special issuance medical. I've been taking synthroid the entire time..