I had epi-lasik, different than traditional LASIK. It is a surface ablation, similar to PRK which is now accepted by the military. I could not see much for a few days, and did have pain. Took a week to drive, and a month for my eyes to settle 20/20.

I had astigmatisms and thin corneas around the sides, and was not even a candidate for traditional LASIK. My kind did not have complications that traditional LASIK has- no halos, no night vision issues. But it was a one shot deal, I cannot get an enhancement later.

Go to several laser centers and get a (usually) free consult and see what you are eligible for. Ask for references. Do research. And you can get one eye done at a time.

Consult your FAA doc. If you are an ALPA member, contact Virtual Flight Surgeons for additional free info, www.aviationmedicine.com. They can tell you what forms to get filled out to return to flight status.