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Old 09-25-2008 | 10:12 AM
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The military will generally allow PRK.

Historically, LASIK was disqualifying since the procedure weakened the cornea's attachment to the eye (PRK does not). I understand that there is a test program for LASIK, but it may only apply to currently qualified military pilots at this time.

The info you are looking for changes, so to be on the safe side I would contact pilot-recruitment specialists in each service you are interested in to get the current rules.

There are some risks and issues with any type of vision surgery, do your homework...

http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/pi...k-warning.html

http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/mi...vices-prk.html

http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/pi...er-surgey.html

http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/mi...-military.html
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