It's been almost 5 months since SI deferral
11-21-2023 | 03:04 PM
#21
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FYI,
AMAS can give you a consult for $75.00, before you contract with them.
I would also call Pilot Medical Solutions, and Wingman Medical . They both spoke to my about an SI for no charge for the initial call.
AMAS can give you a consult for $75.00, before you contract with them.
I would also call Pilot Medical Solutions, and Wingman Medical . They both spoke to my about an SI for no charge for the initial call.
Guys, thanks for the feedback, I truly appreciate it.
I know I will get flak for what I'm about to confess but it is what it is. I have taken the risk of beginning flight training while I wait for the SI, well knowing they can flat out deny it. =( I just turned 50 and I just can't afford to sit around waiting for the SI. I pray to God that I do get it. My condition is not one where I should be denied a SI. My AME said he has had patients get their SI whom have had blood clots as recently as within the past 6 months. Mine were 3 years ago and I've had no issues whatsoever with my blood thinners.
Anyhow, I already have 106 hours of dual instruction. I completed all mandatory dual hours for the PPL and also completed all 40 hours simulated instrument dual hours for my IR. Now I'm just continuing to fly building up night time and XC time as well, all dual instruction. I'll probably end up spending more money doing it this way, but it is what it is. I just don't want to sit around. On the flip side, by the time I get the SI, if I do, I'll be able to solo and complete my checkrides extremely fast and without major issues.
I know it's a huge risk I'm taking by doing it this way, but if God willing, I do get the SI, it will all work out for the best.
Following your recommendations, I will probably reach out to AMAS today and see what they can do. Thanks again, folks.
I know I will get flak for what I'm about to confess but it is what it is. I have taken the risk of beginning flight training while I wait for the SI, well knowing they can flat out deny it. =( I just turned 50 and I just can't afford to sit around waiting for the SI. I pray to God that I do get it. My condition is not one where I should be denied a SI. My AME said he has had patients get their SI whom have had blood clots as recently as within the past 6 months. Mine were 3 years ago and I've had no issues whatsoever with my blood thinners.
Anyhow, I already have 106 hours of dual instruction. I completed all mandatory dual hours for the PPL and also completed all 40 hours simulated instrument dual hours for my IR. Now I'm just continuing to fly building up night time and XC time as well, all dual instruction. I'll probably end up spending more money doing it this way, but it is what it is. I just don't want to sit around. On the flip side, by the time I get the SI, if I do, I'll be able to solo and complete my checkrides extremely fast and without major issues.
I know it's a huge risk I'm taking by doing it this way, but if God willing, I do get the SI, it will all work out for the best.
Following your recommendations, I will probably reach out to AMAS today and see what they can do. Thanks again, folks.
11-21-2023 | 03:07 PM
#22
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I second that ! I joine a Glider club, and love it!
You really learn energy management.
You really learn energy management.
I understand, believe me.
The watched pot never boils and the clock that's under scrutiny....well, it just moves slower.
If you have the cash and don't mind pursuing, it might be worth considering doing some extracurricular training while you're waiting. By that, I mean stuff outside the usual pipeline. Get a little tailwheel training or spend a little time in a glider. Glider pilots aren't required to hold a medical certificate.
The watched pot never boils and the clock that's under scrutiny....well, it just moves slower.
If you have the cash and don't mind pursuing, it might be worth considering doing some extracurricular training while you're waiting. By that, I mean stuff outside the usual pipeline. Get a little tailwheel training or spend a little time in a glider. Glider pilots aren't required to hold a medical certificate.
12-10-2023 | 01:55 PM
#25
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Deferred Medical
Hi,
I have been using Center for Aviation Medicine out of Pittsburgh.
Despite taking a proactive approach and uploading all special reports that we anticipated, we are still 3 months in, with no response.
I would not be surprised if it took another 3 months. Sorry for your troubles; I am in the same boat. It stinks.
I have been using Center for Aviation Medicine out of Pittsburgh.
Despite taking a proactive approach and uploading all special reports that we anticipated, we are still 3 months in, with no response.
I would not be surprised if it took another 3 months. Sorry for your troubles; I am in the same boat. It stinks.
12-10-2023 | 05:36 PM
#26
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Proactive is using a service that specializes in getting your medical through and done; that doesn't mean using the local AME if you have anything other than a cut and dried in-and-out case.
See previous comments.
See previous comments.
12-24-2023 | 05:19 AM
#27
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Hope you're doing well, Boiler!
12-26-2023 | 10:55 AM
#28
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Hi,
I have been using Center for Aviation Medicine out of Pittsburgh.
Despite taking a proactive approach and uploading all special reports that we anticipated, we are still 3 months in, with no response.
I would not be surprised if it took another 3 months. Sorry for your troubles; I am in the same boat. It stinks.
I have been using Center for Aviation Medicine out of Pittsburgh.
Despite taking a proactive approach and uploading all special reports that we anticipated, we are still 3 months in, with no response.
I would not be surprised if it took another 3 months. Sorry for your troubles; I am in the same boat. It stinks.
Check your Private Messages Brookland
01-30-2024 | 07:41 PM
#29
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Special Issuance
5 months since submission - no reply, no denial, no letter, nothing received. No news provided on their call-n line.
6 months to a year is what I am hearing.
Hiring appears to be slowing, so I am "Out of gas, out of altitude, out of airspeed, SOOL".
Time to park this flying project....
6 months to a year is what I am hearing.
Hiring appears to be slowing, so I am "Out of gas, out of altitude, out of airspeed, SOOL".
Time to park this flying project....
01-30-2024 | 08:15 PM
#30
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Formerly, Aeromedical had a policy of placing priority on those who earn a living with thir medical; that policy has been disregarded the past few years. There is some belief that becoming a regular caller makes on an "interested party," and some are of the superstition that it increases one's velocity through the SI process. I'm reluctant to believe in bigfoot, flying saucers, or a leg-up at Aeromedical, but like the magic rabbit foot, it can't hurt.
Keep up with phone calls to your regional flight surgeon, and to the national line, calling on non-consecutive days.
Introducing a congressman to the process isn't actually going to speed it up, and may very well slow it down for the person doing the calling, and for everyone else, too.
If one doesn't want to spend the money for AMAS, sign up for AOPA and use their professional services program.
Keep up with phone calls to your regional flight surgeon, and to the national line, calling on non-consecutive days.
Introducing a congressman to the process isn't actually going to speed it up, and may very well slow it down for the person doing the calling, and for everyone else, too.
If one doesn't want to spend the money for AMAS, sign up for AOPA and use their professional services program.
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