Apologies for the misinformation, troops.
The statement is on the AOPA US members page but on re-reading it there is an anomaly as it states:
"The best option for many pilots is to pass one of the FAA-approved alternative pseudoisochromatic tests. The attached sheet from the Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners lists the optional tests and requirements for satisfactory completion based upon the class of medical applied for.
(Important note: The FAA no longer accepts The Farnsworth Lantern D15.) You can see the eye care specialist of your choice for the tests. It may take a few phone calls to locate the test you want to take. Ask the doctor to report the type of test and the results on office letterhead. Make a copy of the letter for your records and send the results to the FAA."
However, the Farnsworth D15 and Lantern Tests are two different tests and another article I have read suggests the D15 is not up to the job.
The FAA still states that the Farnsworth Lantern Test IS an acceptable alternative but it makes no mention of the D15 so I would tend to believe that the D15 is the test that has been withdrawn and NOT the Lantern.
http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/...ch/item52/amd/
Again, apologies for any confusion and hope this clears that up.
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