Originally Posted by
loop it
Has anyone had a broken bone, that was fixed with a pin or nail, and still been accepted into the ADF as aircrew ?
Update: I have spoken to the medical department and no. Defence will not accept anyone with a nail in place , aircrew or otherwise...
Its a shame I made it through assessment day and was recommended pending a specialist report on my nail. Guess I'll have to have it removed ... for anyone in the same boat after you have the piece removed you have a mandatory 6month recovery period before they will re open your application .
Hey there,
I have metal in my forearm and jaw and I got through and am currently serving.. I had to fight it but I sorted it out, things may have changed the last couple of years but continue to make enquiries if you have to with your medical department at your dfr. Worst case you get the metal removed and wait out.