Previous ssri usage, and fainted once. What are my chances of getting a third class medical so I can solo for people training? Will I ever be able to get a first class medical and fly for the airlines? I took an ssri that is not one of the four approved ssri’s but I literally only took two pills of that before I stopped taking it. Then I took zoloft which is approved and I stopped that about two years ago.
I fainted once due to taking too much aspirin and being dehydrated and that was two years ago as well and only happened that one time.
Edit: All in all Im going to have to check yes for, Dizziness or fainting spell, unconscious for any reason, asthma, high or low blood pressure, mental disorders of any sort, admission to hospital, and other illness, disability, or surgery.
Is it even worth it to continue pilot training. Will I ever be able to become a commercial pilot?
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You will need to be thoroughly checked by an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) and your best option is not to omit any kind of drugs and medications you are taking if you want to have a chance to obtain your 3rd. class medical.
On your application form, you will have to list all medication you are taking whether they are over the counter or on prescription.
If you have any history of depression, your chances are narrowed and you are likely going to have to be undergoing tests to determine whether you are safe to fly.
Honestly, I see dark for a CPL but you may still have a chance as a people. However, your license may be restricted by the designated AME.
@SueShe Soyou think I can be a private pilot but not commercial? I never had depression I took the medication for OCD anxiety and I haven’t taken it in two years.
I am not a specialist but you should consult a physician that could determine your actual condition. Also, check the FAA web page on that topic.
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