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I have type 2 diabetes. I've heard that the FAA Medical board will deny me a medical clearance to get a pilots certificate. Is this true?

asked Jan 18 '10 at 04:14

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Not necessarily, you can apply for a special issuance wavier from the FAA. I would check out FAR Part 14 CFR § 67.401. The FAA guide for medical examiners could also be a good place to start!

http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame/guide/special_iss/all_classes/diabetes/

answered Feb 05 '10 at 15:53

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