Pilot Medical Certification
Disqualifying Medical Conditions
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 Disorder
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.
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