Class 1 + Thyroid Medication
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Class 1 + Thyroid Medication
Hey PPruners,
I'm hoping to get a Class 1 so I can get my ATPL(H). I am trying to find out whether I'm even applicable for a Class 1 medical before I make the booking etc.
Google hasn't helped so far specifically and nor has my Doctor!
I am 'hypothyroid' and take a mixture of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) to make me normal. I know the FAA approves the taking on Thyroxine on it's own as fine and if you take Triiodothyronine, it's also approved on an individual basis. Does EASA/CAA have a similar stance?
I'm hoping to get a Class 1 so I can get my ATPL(H). I am trying to find out whether I'm even applicable for a Class 1 medical before I make the booking etc.
Google hasn't helped so far specifically and nor has my Doctor!
I am 'hypothyroid' and take a mixture of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) to make me normal. I know the FAA approves the taking on Thyroxine on it's own as fine and if you take Triiodothyronine, it's also approved on an individual basis. Does EASA/CAA have a similar stance?
I believe this is what you are after;
Metabolic & Endocrinology Guidance Material | Medical | Personal Licences and Training
Class 1
(e) Thyroid dysfunction
Applicants with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered when a stable euthyroid state is attained.
Thyroid Dysfunction Class 1 and 2
Applicants with symptoms and/or on first diagnosis of hyper-and hypothyroidism should be assessed as unfit.
Class 2
(e) Thyroid dysfunction
Applicants with thyroid disease may be assessed as fit once a stable euthyroid state is attained.
A fit assessment can be considered subject to a satisfactory endocrinologist’s report to include TSH, after 3 months of being stable on treatment.
Annual follow-up with endocrinology/GP report and TSH.
Metabolic & Endocrinology Guidance Material | Medical | Personal Licences and Training
Class 1
(e) Thyroid dysfunction
Applicants with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered when a stable euthyroid state is attained.
Thyroid Dysfunction Class 1 and 2
Applicants with symptoms and/or on first diagnosis of hyper-and hypothyroidism should be assessed as unfit.
Class 2
(e) Thyroid dysfunction
Applicants with thyroid disease may be assessed as fit once a stable euthyroid state is attained.
A fit assessment can be considered subject to a satisfactory endocrinologist’s report to include TSH, after 3 months of being stable on treatment.
Annual follow-up with endocrinology/GP report and TSH.
" A fit assessment may be considered when a stable euthyroid state is attained."
- The Part-Med guidance in a lot of cases does not prohibit specific treatments but there are often 'local variations' at each licensing authority. The best advice is to get a report from your endo consultant describing your history and treatment. You might also want to request some clarification from the AMS at Gatwick. They are a friendly bunch and will be happy to clarify any questions you might have.
- The Part-Med guidance in a lot of cases does not prohibit specific treatments but there are often 'local variations' at each licensing authority. The best advice is to get a report from your endo consultant describing your history and treatment. You might also want to request some clarification from the AMS at Gatwick. They are a friendly bunch and will be happy to clarify any questions you might have.
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Managed to get hold of an AME at the CAA in Gatwick.
I can confirm should anyone else be wondering or wanting/needing to change their medication that BOTH T4 and T3 (Synthetic) - Thyroxine and Tetroxine, are cleared for flying. Gatwick need a letter from GP showing figures to proof you are not hypo and outlining your treatment protocol. Thanks for all the help.
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I can confirm should anyone else be wondering or wanting/needing to change their medication that BOTH T4 and T3 (Synthetic) - Thyroxine and Tetroxine, are cleared for flying. Gatwick need a letter from GP showing figures to proof you are not hypo and outlining your treatment protocol. Thanks for all the help.
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Psychophysiological entity
I remember posting the reply of 'My Flabber is absolutely Ghasted'. when the picture of a form explaining why the outer third of my eyebrows was missing. I requested a test and the young lady receptionist asked why. I told her about my eyebrows. She didn't even look up, but gave me the test. I'm on 3 pills a day for hypo.
