Old 08-28-2008 | 10:01 PM
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bronxpilot
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Default Will an airline hire a pilot with diplopia (Double Vision)?

Just this question. Will a commercial airline hire a pilot with diagnosed diplopia, otherwise known as double vision and/or convergence disorder. I passed the FAA First Class Medical but they didn't test for that. I believe it is surgically correctable, but there are risks, and I'm not sure I'd want to go through with that. I don't really want to spend a whole bunch more money than I already have on flight training, only to find out that my condition officially or unoficially disqualifies me from getting the job that I want to get. How does it work when you apply for a job as an airline pilot? Does the company that interviews you request to see all of your medical records and ask you about any conditions that you have? I figure they would instead of just relying on the First Class Medical to verify that you are in fine health. I know not everyone here is a doctor, but can anyone answer my questions, refer me to someone who can, or advise me on any course of action here?Any responses will be much appreciated. Thank You.
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