The following conditions are listed in the regulations as disqualifying medical
conditions; however, in many cases when the condition is adequately controlled,
the FAA will issue medical certification contingent on periodic reports.
Angina pectoris
Bipolar disease
Cardiac valve replacement
Coronary heart disease that has been treated
or, if untreated, that has been symptomatic or clinically significant
Diabetes mellitus requiring hypoglycemic
medications
Disturbance of consciousness without
satisfactory explanation of cause
Epilepsy
Heart replacement
Myocardial infarction
Permanent cardiac pacemaker
Personality disorder that is severe enough to
have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts
Psychosis
Substance abuse
Substance dependence
Transient loss of control of nervous system
function(s) without satisfactory explanation of cause.
Other conditions not specifically listed in the regulations
are also disqualifying. For further information refer to the Guide
for Aviation Medical Examiners.
