I'm pleased to report there is progress being made on the CVD front. There's been some positive discussions with CASA in the last week and it seems there is a genuine commitment to get this issue resolved favourably in the near future.
Latest CASA update below. We expect the consultation phase for the proposed legislative instrument to open shortly and we will have more to say once that happens. Suffice to say, CVDPA would encourage everyone to subscribe to the consultation mailing list and be ready to make a submission as soon as it opens, so that we can ensure our voices are heard.
Plan to improve colour vision deficiency policy for pilots
Work is underway to settle and formalise colour vision testing options for pilots who are not able to pass clinical colour vision tests. Our aim is to have new testing options available for pilots by the end of April that are formally prescribed through a legislative instrument. The tests will recognise that many pilots with a colour vision deficiency can demonstrate they are able to operate safely and competently without any medical or operational restrictions.
Consultation is currently underway through our Aviation Safety Advisory Panel, and public consultation on the proposed testing options is expected before the end of March.
The options will include an operational test designed to demonstrate a pilot’s ability to fly an aircraft safely through a robust and standardised operational test.
Interim measures
Pilots who are unable to pass the prescribed Ishihara or Farnsworth colour vision clinical tests and are seeking to renew their medical certificate are encouraged to call our Aviation Medicine team on 131 757 to discuss their individual circumstances.
We will work hard to ensure this interim period is as least disruptive as possible, whilst satisfying current safety and regulatory requirements.
More information
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