I wonder if anyone can offer any guidance. At initial Class 1 (IAA) a couple of years ago, I informed the eye doctor (truthfully) that I didn't know what my preop prescription was. She examined my eyes, and noted on the form that I had undergone LASIK and that I was "previously highly myopic". I was nevertheless issued with a JAA Class 1 cert. and began PPL training.
I recently applied through IAA for a UK JAA Class 1 and was asked to provide a letter from my surgeon stating preop prescription. This confirmed that whilst I had actually been outside of the limits for Class 1 initial, I was OK for renewal or Class 2 initial. (Preop, I was -8). The IAA and CAA then each issued me with a Class 2 Cert.
I note the explanations given regarding the increased susceptability of highly myopic people, to retinal detatchment. Can anyone confirm that this is indeed a concern and whether the CAA is reviewing or is likely to review this issue.