Originally Posted by rickair7777

Historically, LASIK was not allowed due the the fact that the cornea is essentially removed and then reattached during the procedure. The concern was that it could later be blown off during an ejection or exposure to an explosion.

The military has recently been experimenting with LASIK for some flight candidates (ROTC, service academy) but I do not know if its approved for off-the-street applicants.

Do not trust what you hear on the internet, the military changes it's policy on pilot vision sometimes and different service have different standards. Get the straight scoop (in writing) from an officer recruiter.

If in doubt, err on the conservative side.