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I am sorry if there was a previous thread on this topic, I tried to search but was not quite satisfied with what I had read and I am in a bit of a panic mode.
I will be getting LASIK this weekend, and I have been working with my recruiter on making sure I cover all my bases before having the procedure, but I came across something in the medical manual that quoted as
"SNA applicants whose uncorrected distant visual acuity does not exceed 20/400 may be eligible for a waiver authorizing use of contact lenses correction. SNA applicants whose uncorrected visual acuity exceeds 20/400 will not be waived for contact lenses use."
The passage in question is on page 15-61, or page 75 on the pdf.
So the way I read it, and my initial thinking is, I may not actually need LASIK to apply for pilot? Does this mean, I could possibly just try to get a waiver for contact lens usage, and skip the 6 month wait? My prescription is -4.25 in each eye, which I know does not translate directly into being above or below 20/400, but I don't want to walk out of the surgery thinking that I could have skipped the process altogether and just applied directly. I am comfortable getting the procedure if it is necessary, but I have been stressing out about having to wait, and the possibility of complications. Any input is greatly appreciated!
I will be getting LASIK this weekend, and I have been working with my recruiter on making sure I cover all my bases before having the procedure, but I came across something in the medical manual that quoted as
"SNA applicants whose uncorrected distant visual acuity does not exceed 20/400 may be eligible for a waiver authorizing use of contact lenses correction. SNA applicants whose uncorrected visual acuity exceeds 20/400 will not be waived for contact lenses use."
The passage in question is on page 15-61, or page 75 on the pdf.
So the way I read it, and my initial thinking is, I may not actually need LASIK to apply for pilot? Does this mean, I could possibly just try to get a waiver for contact lens usage, and skip the 6 month wait? My prescription is -4.25 in each eye, which I know does not translate directly into being above or below 20/400, but I don't want to walk out of the surgery thinking that I could have skipped the process altogether and just applied directly. I am comfortable getting the procedure if it is necessary, but I have been stressing out about having to wait, and the possibility of complications. Any input is greatly appreciated!