It’s ok but there are some rules to follow. Lots of good info here:
http://www.aviationmedicine.com/arti...7&contentID=67
(From
FAA Policy link)
“Once the vision is stabilized (at least two exams a week apart without changes in acuity), the pilot/controller should have the ophthalmologist complete
FAA Form 8500-7, Report of Eye Evaluation. If the vision corrects to 20/20 and there are no complications from the procedure (corneal scarring, night glare, haziness of vision, fluctuating visual acuity), pilots may return to flying and report the surgery at the time of their next FAA physical. This is a change in the previous FAA policy of having to report the surgery to the FAA and obtaining written clearance prior to flying. Controllers are advised to discuss the procedure with the Region Flight Surgeon (RFS) prior to surgery, and will require specific clearance from the RFS before returning to controlling. Typically controllers are given Special Consideration with follow up required at 6 months, and then can be returned to general eligibility.”
- Then again, nobody follows these rules anyway; I was told by a doctor the FAA believes less than 10% of pilots who’ve had a Lasic surgery performed had actually notified them.
Ps. Not me, still considering having the surgery done