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Can you be an airforce pilot with seasonal allergies?

The FAA will approve pilots to fly when undergoing treatment with allergy desensitization shots. Pilots should be cautious flying after receiving higher strength/concentration serums to insure they do not have a delayed allergic reaction. The FAA requires a four hour wait after immunotherapy injections.

Are seasonal allergies disqualify you from the military?

Military service can place members in remote locations with limited food and healthcare options. For this reason, a history of systemic allergic reaction to food or food additives is a disqualifying medical condition for individuals seeking to join the military.

Can you be an airforce pilot with asthma?

Respiratory System Disqualification A history of recurrent bronchospasm for any reason, including asthma, reactive airway disease and exercise-induced bronchospasm, that bronchospasm, which was reliably diagnosed and treated beyond age 13, is disqualifying for entry to military service and entry to service academies.

Can you take Claritin in the military?

You must have proof of an approved CENTCOM waiver. Only the following OTC drugs can be filled: Prilosec. Claritin.

Can I become a pilot with mild asthma?

Allergies and Asthma: Common allergy is not disqualifying. If you are often taking medication this may have to be changed or discontinued when you commence flying duties (e.g. many allergy medicines cause drowsiness). Asthma may be disqualifying and it is evaluated on an individual basis.

What are the physical requirements to be an Air Force pilot?

Air Force pilot minimum requirements

• 18-30 years of age (waiver up to 35 years old possible)
• At least 5 feet 4 inches to 6 feet 5 inches tall.
• Seated height between 34 and 40 inches tall.
• At least 20/40 vision in both eyes for near vision and 20/200 for distant vision; must be corrected to 20/20.

Does the Air Force give waivers to Airmen with eczema?

Few waivers have been granted in the past for airmen whose medical history suggested they tested positive for the disease, even if they showed no overt symptoms, he said. Ediger said officials reconsidered giving out waivers because of airmen with eczema currently serving — in many ways, “we were able to treat and control their eczema.”

Does the Air Force have waiver authority for medical conditions?

“Each service’s waiver authority for medical conditions will make a determination based on all available information regarding the issue or condition,” Lt. Gen (Dr.) Mark Ediger, the Air Force’s surgeon general, told Military.com in January. Like the other services, the Air Force is willing to consider a waiver.

What are the medical requirements for a pilot in the military?

Pilots are required to have a Flying Class I Physical in order to enter into the Medical Flight Screening (MFS) Program. For rated officers, there are additional Flying Class medical requirements that must be met after passing MFS. The type of class will depend on the aircraft and job performed.

What are the requirements to become an F-16 pilot?

US Air Force Pilot in a F-16 Fighting Falcon. Image: wikimedia Age: Applicants must pass a selection board prior to the age of 33. Height: Candidates must be 64 to 77 inches tall when standing and 34 to 40 inches when sitting. Height specifications vary for each aircraft. The Air Force encourages individuals of all heights to apply.