Doc...Is this a deal breaker?

[USAF.Boom]

So I was just selected for the 1635 DCO program. If anyone has information on the following, I would GREATLY appreciate it.

I currently have tubes in my ears. I am a current flyer in the ANG but they put the tubes in after I started flying. So the ANG gave me a waiver, but as I said, I was already in. The tubes were for precaution only because they didn't know if it were polyps in my sinuses or my ears. It was my sinuses and they are completely fine now.

I believe that tubes are DQ, but is a waiver available for it? How likely is it? Does anyone know of someone getting a commission in the NR with them?

I could have the tubes removed and surgically repaired, but it would be out of my pocket, plus, would it the allow me in if no waiver is available?

I hate that I have gotten this far and now this is an issue...

Thanks for any info.

Matt
"Lindy"

 

[feddoc]

Matt,

I think the tubes are DQ also. I've been out of the business for 3 years, although I still keep in touch with some of my peers. Given that, I think your best bet is to call the Physical Qual folks at NAMI. You can find their number at the bottom of the Waiver Guide.

 

[das]

Matt, that sucks...good luck and hopefully a waiver is available. Don't give up.