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Old 15th Dec 2015, 09:58
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Parson
 
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greatal - I am not sure if tinnitus in itself is an issue, but I understand that it may indicate some hearing loss has occurred. You have to either live with it, or....... That includes obviously everything you do, work, play, whatever.

andy148 - the hearing thresholds are based on not using a hearing aid. Once you have a Class One, the limits lower and if below those then a hearing test in an a/craft can be undertaken. I think hearing aids pick up additional noises that you wouldn't want to hear on the flight deck but technology may be moving on in that respect. A good quality ANR headset is probably better.

As with all things medical, get a Class One before pursing things too far. There is no need to 'volunteer' any problems unless you are specifically asked.
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