Originally Posted by
Bronso1994
Thanks very much for your detailed reply, B2N2. So can I ask you, would it be better if I would attempt to complete a possible class 1 medical prior to my diagnosis, ie very very soon? I have been looking up AME near where I live (in UK).
Do you know of any latest up-to-date information regarding these things in the UK (specifically London)?
No, I think you misunderstood me.
A Class 1 is not a one time forever medical.
If you get a medical now followed by a diagnosis the medical you hold is automatically suspended as you no longer meet the requirements.
This is something between you and your GP so no need to answer here: is your normal life impacted? Can you function in a high demand environment? Some people can’t even without any form of ADHD or Asperger.
97% of the population can learn how to fly.
Not nearly that amount is suited to be a “pilot” in any of its many forms.
First thing you need to do is to find a doctor that can understand the CAA medical requirements and make a pre determination if anything would be in jeopardy.
At least in the US it’s not as much about the diagnosis in some cases but the medication that have undesirable side effects.
Adderol for instance is on the FAA ban list.