VISION THREAD (other than colour vision)
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I'm after a bit of help, if anyone can provide it. I know of an Australian AME here in the UK, who I'll do the colour vision testing with to see if I meet AUS standards. I also wanted to know of any FAA AMEs here in the UK? Are there any around the Fairford/Mildenhall USAF bases?
I'm trying to gauge whether or not a move to the US/AUS will get me anywhere career-wise. So I want to get the vision part of the medical done, so I can know exactly what chance I have of getting either Class1 or Class2+SODA etc etc. Cheers chaps.
Jon.
Edit. Found the list. http://ame.cami.jccbi.gov/amelist.asp
Next Q, will they have all the necessary equipment? Can they grant me a SODA? Sorry if these are silly questions, I don't know much about the FAA's ways.
I'm trying to gauge whether or not a move to the US/AUS will get me anywhere career-wise. So I want to get the vision part of the medical done, so I can know exactly what chance I have of getting either Class1 or Class2+SODA etc etc. Cheers chaps.
Jon.
Edit. Found the list. http://ame.cami.jccbi.gov/amelist.asp
Next Q, will they have all the necessary equipment? Can they grant me a SODA? Sorry if these are silly questions, I don't know much about the FAA's ways.
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Sorry Ww/W Ithink the AME list is here http://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator/
The other page will give you a script error
The other page will give you a script error
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Spetrolux v Holmes Wright
I understand that the spetrolux and holmes wright tests are very similar. Does anyone know the exact differences? Has anyone failed the holmes wright, but passed the spetrolux?
I have faile the HW at Gatwick and must say found it very hard.
All info that can be given on the spetrolux would be gratefully received.
I have faile the HW at Gatwick and must say found it very hard.
All info that can be given on the spetrolux would be gratefully received.
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There ya go again: another America-bashing thread!
Seriously, floaters are usually inconsequential, but occasionally they represent significant eye disease. If they are persistent, a thorough eye exam is appropriate.
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Graham MD, but not eye doc.
Seriously, floaters are usually inconsequential, but occasionally they represent significant eye disease. If they are persistent, a thorough eye exam is appropriate.
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Graham MD, but not eye doc.
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Remember reading oChuck Yaegar being a little concerned about about mixing them up with fighter jets, but I wouldn't have thought they'd give too much concern to most pilots.
As Obs states, get them checked out, especially if sudden onset
Most people's are worse in bright lights and when tired.
As Obs states, get them checked out, especially if sudden onset
Most people's are worse in bright lights and when tired.
Psychophysiological entity
A few unqualified points, but you can trust me on these.
Floaters can be so bad in bright sunlight that driving a car is impossible. In the evening they could be almost insignificant due to the lens being much bigger and the shadows not so contrasted. It is likely that the sufferer will find that they disappear almost completely within a few days/weeks.
Cut back on hard booze, and get good UV filters.
Sudden onset can be indicative of many things including Posterior Vitreous Detachment. In this case a perfectly clear eye can be filled with thick dark floaters within seconds. A bright yellow moon-like crescent--flashing to one side--is another clue of PVD.
Obviously, any sudden eye defect needs the attention of a specialist. Many hospitals in the UK have an emergency clinic.
Floaters can be so bad in bright sunlight that driving a car is impossible. In the evening they could be almost insignificant due to the lens being much bigger and the shadows not so contrasted. It is likely that the sufferer will find that they disappear almost completely within a few days/weeks.
Cut back on hard booze, and get good UV filters.
Sudden onset can be indicative of many things including Posterior Vitreous Detachment. In this case a perfectly clear eye can be filled with thick dark floaters within seconds. A bright yellow moon-like crescent--flashing to one side--is another clue of PVD.
Obviously, any sudden eye defect needs the attention of a specialist. Many hospitals in the UK have an emergency clinic.
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Thanks for that guys. I noticed after boozing they tend to be more visible, also above the clouds and in bright sunlight. I am thinking that scanning in an EFIS cockpit vs looking out across the bright sky magnifies the problem. I have had an eye test recently and they are healthy.
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Mmm, 'tis obviously a common misconception as I was also wondering why Shaun Ryder was (a) spending so much time staring down the kazi and (b) why he'd lost the ability to operate the flush handle......
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I've had one (I assume it is one) annoying me for at least a month now, if not more. It is not a "normal" floater like I've always had, it is darker, much smaller and more circular in shape compared to others.
I thought it was something to do with my contact lenses so I bought eye wash solution and washed out my eye and lenses numerous times but it is still there. Whatever way I move my eye, it's always there floating around after it!
After reading this thread, it really sounds like I should have it checked out?
I thought it was something to do with my contact lenses so I bought eye wash solution and washed out my eye and lenses numerous times but it is still there. Whatever way I move my eye, it's always there floating around after it!
After reading this thread, it really sounds like I should have it checked out?
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With apologies for the thread drift, I'd just like to mention I finally got my first solo done today! Feels like this thread is my "home" on PPRuNe so I hope it merits a mention here.
Happy (daytime VFR) flying!
ES
Happy (daytime VFR) flying!
ES
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Good for you east sider. I'm glad the CVD has not stopped you.
Keep flying and remember there are other option (FAA and other JAA states) should you want to go further.
All the best mate.
Keep flying and remember there are other option (FAA and other JAA states) should you want to go further.
All the best mate.
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Just to 'clear out' pardon the pun! the confusion concerning the floaters. This post is regarding the brown eyes in my head, not the one in my derrier!
Yes I have seen the well defined dark round one before aswell, both in the bowl and the line of sight!
An eye test is always reasurring to have if you are a pilot. I would not hesitate as it will give you piece of mind.
Yes I have seen the well defined dark round one before aswell, both in the bowl and the line of sight!
An eye test is always reasurring to have if you are a pilot. I would not hesitate as it will give you piece of mind.
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Top man, East Sider,
I remember mine as if it was yesterday (nigh on 15 years ago now) and recall how much I talked to myself as I went around that circuit.
Keep at it - the rules WILL change, by compliance or force (armed - pointed sticks - insurgency of Aviation House) but they SHALL change!!!
Well done!
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I remember mine as if it was yesterday (nigh on 15 years ago now) and recall how much I talked to myself as I went around that circuit.
Keep at it - the rules WILL change, by compliance or force (armed - pointed sticks - insurgency of Aviation House) but they SHALL change!!!
Well done!
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