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Old February 26th 07, 08:06 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
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Default Medical after cancer

On Mon, 26 Feb 2007 14:03:54 -0500, Chas wrote:

Just diagnosed with stage I breast cancer, mastectomy next week.


Sorry to hear that.

As a very simple answer, the whole FAA medical system is based on
incapacitation. If any part of your treatment or condition could lead to
any form of incapacitation you'll have an uphill battle with them until you
are finished with the treatment and can provide proof that you are in the
clear.

I assume you've read this?
http://www.aopa.org/members/pic/medi...er/breast.html

BTW the AOPA Medical folks are a great resource.

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