So here comes my story...
I applied unsuccessfully for class 1 medical three years ago. According to AME, my condition was disqualifying as per JAR-FCL 3 requirements. I chose a different career in aviation as a result.
About 4-5 years ago I was diagnosed with some retinal degenerations in both eyes. I received some laser therapy and have had no problems afterwards, getting my retina checked once a year just to be safe though. My vision has stayed at -1,25 / -1,0.
JAR-FCL 3 states following:
Cataract surgery, retinal surgery and glaucoma surgery entail unfitness. [ ][A fit assessment] may be considered by the AMS [at revalidation or renewal] (see paragraph 7 Appendix 13 to Subpart C).
Paragraph 7 Appendix 13:
(b) Retinal surgery. [ ][A fit assessment] for Class [ ][2] and [ ][a fit assessment] for Class [ ][1 at revalidation or renewal] may be considered by the AMS normally 6 months after successful surgery. [A fit assessment for Class 1 and 2 may be acceptable to the AMS after retinal Laser therapy.] [ ][Follow-up, as necessary, will be determined by the AMS].
So is my case hopeless or is there a way of passing class 1 medical examination with my condition?
I have not gone through the future EASA medical regulation documentation yet. Could it improve my chances?
It's a very specific topic, I was just hoping, that some of you could suggest how to approach this. Maybe you have some specialists I could contact in order to work this out or have been diagnosed with a similar condition?
Any feedback would be highly appreciated..
