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Old 29th Jul 2008, 17:24
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andy_sp
 
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Epilepsy

Can someone help me with this medical issue.

Over a year ago I was diagnosed with Epilepsy (complex partial seisures) which in laymans turns mean I occasionally fall over. Now I know what you are thinking this is not a good thing if you are behind any sort of aircraft!

I have now been drug controlled for over a year and have my driving licsence back but I would like to know if I could realistically go for my PPL.

My understanding is that after a year I am entitled to fly under instruction of with another qualified pilot but I would love to hear from someone who has first hand experience of this.

Last of all has anyone out there managed to get past a class one medical with this condition, even if it has taken ten years?

Many thanks

Andy
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