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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2024 · 30 MIN

FAA Medical Certificate with High Blood Pressure

from The Pilot Lawyer Podcast

This week we're hitting max throttle to decode the mysteries of FAA Medical Certification for pilots with high blood pressure. Join the Ison crew as they dissect the FAA's enigmatic "CACI criteria," share pilot hypertension horror stories, and equip you with the survival kit you need for your next medical exam.  If your heartbeat races faster than a jet on takeoff, you can't afford to miss these brothers as they navigate the legal skies and keep your wings level.  Tune in now! Show Highlights: Could your blood pressure affect your application? [01:16] Here is your complete guide on CACI criteria and hypertension protocol. [04:59] Can you prove your eligibility with a doctor's letter? [05:46] Discover how does the FAA detect hypertension. [07:44] Can your AME hold your application? [08:18] Let's define what high blood pressure is according to the FAA. [10:30] What do the side effects from medications look like? [13:29] Do you know which medications are acceptable? [14:01] Forethought and preparation before going to an AME. [17:55] How to navigate the application process when you don't meet the CACI criteria. [22:00] Learn what you must do about the underlying conditions. [23:30] This case study will not let you lose hope if you have hypertension. [28:01] For more information or to get in touch with us, go to https://thepilotlawyer.com/contact/

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