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Forum: Medical & Health
4th Jul 2012, 12:52
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Freshgasflow, Cityflyer, Many thanks for...

Freshgasflow, Cityflyer,

Many thanks for your posts.

I hadn't considered the combination of aviation and medicine much given the rapid and significant changes over the last 18 months. It...
Forum: Medical & Health
28th May 2012, 11:45
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Dear all, Out of consideration for all of...

Dear all,

Out of consideration for all of those who followed or made an input into this thread I thought I would let you all know what has happened over the last 8 months or so.

This thread...
Forum: Medical & Health
4th Oct 2011, 19:08
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Bugger, Restart the driving/nppl clock...

Bugger,

Restart the driving/nppl clock folks.

Just had a few episodes with flashing lights at the periphery of my vision. 9 months into an enforced abstenance from driving and thus NPPL, they...
Forum: Medical & Health
22nd Aug 2011, 18:08
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Folks, Or at least for those still...

Folks,

Or at least for those still following this (if anyone is), a brief update.

The world seems to have stagnated over recent months with the medics quite happy to watch and wait.

I can...
Forum: Medical & Health
22nd Aug 2011, 11:35
Replies: 24
Views: 8,998
Posted By vfrrider481

FulhamFC, Firstly may I extend my heartfelt...

FulhamFC,

Firstly may I extend my heartfelt sympathies for your predicament.

Having lost my Class 1 intially due to 2 "episodes" which were then diagnosed, I am only too familiar with some...
Forum: Medical & Health
28th Jun 2011, 18:29
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Afhelipilot, Thankyou for your remarks. I...

Afhelipilot,

Thankyou for your remarks. I am fortunate in being quite level headed and so a positive outlook is easy to maintain and it's fortunately not a panic situation.

I am fortunate to...
Forum: Medical & Health
22nd Jun 2011, 14:08
Replies: 8
Views: 6,257
Posted By vfrrider481

Ian, Thanks for the info. I am glad that...

Ian,

Thanks for the info. I am glad that OAA can oblige with the training.

What is most encouraging for others is the fact that the CAA are open and fair with properly evidenced medical...
Forum: Medical & Health
22nd Jun 2011, 09:38
Replies: 8
Views: 6,257
Posted By vfrrider481

Eyon, I suspect you have hit a so called...

Eyon,

I suspect you have hit a so called nail on the head. Whilst formally there should not be any distinction between a full class 1 and an OML restricted pilot, I strongly suspect that it will...
Forum: Medical & Health
21st Jun 2011, 19:35
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

BWBI, Can you run a copy of the T shirt off...

BWBI,

Can you run a copy of the T shirt off for me please :\

You are of course right that friends and relatives will potentially ask for rides and the key for me is that my medical will prove...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Jun 2011, 08:53
Replies: 7
Views: 2,555
Posted By vfrrider481

Thanks folks, I potentially have about £10k...

Thanks folks,

I potentially have about £10k to spend and therefore would be looking for predominantly shares or possibly a used flexwing microlight.

Ghengis,

Many thanks for your posts,...
Forum: Medical & Health
10th Jun 2011, 08:44
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Folks, Firstly thanks for the continued...

Folks,

Firstly thanks for the continued interest and support.

As a brief update, my neurosurgeon is in the process of considering his report for the CAA. He is not an aviation specialist...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Jun 2011, 17:50
Replies: 7
Views: 2,555
Posted By vfrrider481

Microlight (3 axis or flexwing) for the larger build

Folks,

Looking for suggestions for 450kg aircraft which are suitable for the larger build.

I am 6'3" and 100 kg and am looking to identify suitable aircraft which could take me, an instructor...
Forum: Medical & Health
20th May 2011, 07:48
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

BWBI, Many thanks for your help re: the...

BWBI,

Many thanks for your help re: the police.

I have to be honest and report that the Federation have been excellent, and my local management and occy health in the force have been very...
Forum: ATC Issues
12th May 2011, 10:34
Replies: 21
Views: 3,293
Posted By vfrrider481

As a simple addendum, the key issue is seperating...

As a simple addendum, the key issue is seperating VFR/IFR and VMC/IMC.

As I'm sure you can recall from your course VMC are the visual conditions allowing flight where navigation by ground...
Forum: Medical & Health
11th May 2011, 12:26
Replies: 23
Views: 7,342
Posted By vfrrider481

Markpodberry, If I may pass on a little of...

Markpodberry,

If I may pass on a little of my experience.

There are some people who are sick due to anxiety or stress. It can be a mental issue with some, but I myself was frequently sick...
Forum: Medical & Health
11th May 2011, 12:03
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

EP, No problems, the letter from the CAA...

EP,

No problems, the letter from the CAA has gone on to the consultant neurosurgeon for his report. I have added a covering letter to explain a little more about what I am looking for from the...
Forum: Medical & Health
5th May 2011, 12:49
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

The Dean and all, Apologies for the delay...

The Dean and all,

Apologies for the delay in updating, however I have just had a few days holiday to absorb the interim news.

Medically the scan came back reporting a stable lesion ie. no...
Forum: Medical & Health
16th Apr 2011, 21:47
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

The waiting goes on and on. Spoke to the CAA the...

The waiting goes on and on. Spoke to the CAA the other day who confirmed my letter was with an aeromedical assesor so 8 have everything crossed.

As an aside, a week Thursday is a huge day, it's...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Apr 2011, 21:47
Replies: 11
Views: 1,896
Posted By vfrrider481

Firstly, thanks all for the positive replies. ...

Firstly, thanks all for the positive replies.

The only worrying bit now is if EASA will allow the same medical standards for lapl particularly for the restricted nppl medical.

Anyone any idea...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th Apr 2011, 18:26
Replies: 0
Views: 880
Posted By vfrrider481

Best flight simulator for carrier operations

Folks,

Firstly please excuse my ignorance if this is in the wrong forum. Simply as the title asks, can anyone recommend a fairly recent but good flight simulator which involves carrier ops?
...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Apr 2011, 17:35
Replies: 11
Views: 1,896
Posted By vfrrider481

I found the paragraph on the NPPL medical form. ...

I found the paragraph on the NPPL medical form. It reads:

If the applicant does not meet Group 2 standards he/she may be fit to fly solo or with another qualified pilot, but not with any other...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Apr 2011, 09:46
Replies: 11
Views: 1,896
Posted By vfrrider481

Gents, Many thanks for the supportive...

Gents,

Many thanks for the supportive replies.

Ghengis, unfortunately it would be a restricted NPPL medical which basically means I can only be captain of the aircraft if there is a safety...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Apr 2011, 09:10
Replies: 11
Views: 1,896
Posted By vfrrider481

Medical restrictions, insurance and group flying.

Hi all, looking for some advice from those who may have had dealings with the following situation.

I currently hold a CPL with multi engine IR and was applying for flying jobs until a medical...
Forum: Medical & Health
21st Mar 2011, 18:24
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Thanks guys, Had yet another MRI today to...

Thanks guys,

Had yet another MRI today to assess progress/rate of growth. The result will hopefully be indistinguishable from the pictures some 3 months ago. Here's hoping anyhow.

I am...
Forum: Medical & Health
17th Mar 2011, 19:39
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Guys, Thanks for the wise words. It is...

Guys,

Thanks for the wise words. It is strange how much one can gain from talking and more important listening about events and challenges that one faces.

As an update, I have written to the...
Forum: Medical & Health
8th Mar 2011, 19:56
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Folks, Just a quick update and an...

Folks,

Just a quick update and an associated question with it.

Due to my episode last year I saw the epilepsy doctor yesterday. My EEG has come back with no problems and they have assured me...
Forum: Private Flying
8th Mar 2011, 14:26
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By vfrrider481

Beagle, Thankyou for a most comprehensive...

Beagle,

Thankyou for a most comprehensive reply and apologies on my part for the delay replying (I have not been near a computer for a few days).

Many thanks again,
VFR
Forum: Private Flying
4th Mar 2011, 10:56
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By vfrrider481

Lister, Thanks. I'm hoping the type of...

Lister,

Thanks. I'm hoping the type of licence shouldn't present me a problem, after all most flying instructors hold a commercial pilots licence. I figure the key is that an airline pilot may...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Mar 2011, 10:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By vfrrider481

CPL to NPPL

Just after some advice really.

In short up until Jan this year I held a CPL with SEP and ME class ratings and an IR. Unfortunately I have had my class 1 medical suspended.

After some digging...
Forum: Medical & Health
2nd Mar 2011, 18:33
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Folks, After some advice before I see the...

Folks,

After some advice before I see the docs on Monday. In essence there is great optimism about the idea that my tumour could be slow growing and sufficiently slow at that, that we hold a...
Forum: Medical & Health
1st Mar 2011, 11:12
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Thanks all, The next few weeks are unlikely...

Thanks all,

The next few weeks are unlikely to yield many developments as much of it will be taken up with poking and prodding. In the mean time, I am amazed at the human mind's resolve and it's...
Forum: Medical & Health
18th Feb 2011, 13:57
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

What a mixed day....... We saw the...

What a mixed day.......

We saw the neuro-oncology registrar and had a long chat about radiotherapy, side effects and so on. Just about to sign the consent form when the consultant...
Forum: Medical & Health
16th Feb 2011, 14:23
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

Folks, I am really grateful for the advice...

Folks,

I am really grateful for the advice and more importantly the support. I am researching clinical trial extensively but thus far the bulk of the work appears to relate to the more...
Forum: Medical & Health
15th Feb 2011, 20:06
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

SB, Excellent news and good luck with the...

SB,

Excellent news and good luck with the recovery. I'll certainly get in touch if I need a more confidential chat. Likewise it's hgeartening to hear about the CAA being supportive. The only...
Forum: Medical & Health
9th Feb 2011, 19:25
Replies: 82
Views: 22,544
Posted By vfrrider481

The Dean, Beany, A quick thank you as quite...

The Dean, Beany,

A quick thank you as quite simply I had no idea whether anyone had been down the road I am travelling, nor whether anybody would be interested in following such a journey.

As...
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