JAR Class 1 Eyesight Requirements

[tim.watkins]

I read last year that ICAO were considering relaxing the rules on uncorrected vision, to fall in line with the FAA's eminently sensible way of doing things - unlike the JAR way of doing things. The FAA rules basically state that if your corrected vision is 6/6 or better, it doesn't matter what your uncorrected vision is. JAA, however, is still sticking to its -5 dioptres maximum uncorrected.

Two questions:

1. Have ICAO now adopted the new standard?

2. Will the JAA be changing its rules to suit?

Would be most grateful for answers.

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