Eyesight test at Renwal?

[Island Air]

Can anyone tell me what the eyesight test is now at a Class 1 renewal? I believe under JAR a 'comprehensive eye exam' has to be done, is this done by the doc or a specialist? I heard somewhere that this is the case although they will not be started until July next year? Anyone know?

[loz]

for the jar class1 medical renewal; the limit is -5d but under several conditions : your has to stable for a period of 4 years after the age of 17 so in other words from 17 and 21 . there are also some other specifications but u have to check it inn the jar fcl opthalmo. appendix.
good luck;
loz

[Island Air]

Thanks loz, but I know the limits, I am asking about the content of the medical, or more specificaly the eyesight test?

[This message has been edited by Island Air (edited 30 November 2000).]

[Localiser]

Anybody know if they retest your colour vision on the renewal?

LOC

[Bird Strike]

I believe they do not re-test the colour vision. (The colour vision's not supposed to change..., so they say anyway)

[Barney]

Hi,

Eyesight test at renewal involves reading the chart with corrected and uncorrected vision. You must have 6/9 in each eye, and 6/6 binocular vision. You must show a recent eyesight prescription to your AME. The AME will also have a quick check on the condition of your eyes.

Then every 5 years, you must undergo a full eyesight test with an approved optician. Similar to the initial eyesight test I would think (I doubt anyone has had this done yet). The date of your next full eyesight test should be shown on the bottom of of your JAA Class 1 Certificate.

Hope this helps

Barney