Title:
Aerospace Medicine and You
Topic:
A Discussion of Aeromedical Factors and Hazards which Most Pilots Should Be Aware Of
Speaker(s):
Joseph Schmalz
Brief Description:
Teaching Points:
- FAA’s Office of Aerospace Medicine provides medical certification guidance and medical information to pilots.
- BasicMed – an alternative to traditional pilot medical certification is available to most pilots who are not engaged in flying for compensation or hire.
- The effects of commonly prescribed and over-the-counter drugs can comprise pilot’s ability to fly safely.
- Pilots must consider the effects of combinations of drugs. This is difficult to do without consulting a physician.
- AMEs are the best source for the effects of drugs and combinations of drugs.
- Pilots must disclose all of their medical issues to their AMEs in order to receive a comprehensive assessment of their medical condition and fitness to fly.
Select Number:
SO15124623
Location of Seminar:
Spruce Creek, Private Hangar
222 Cessna Blvd
Port Orange, FL 32128
Directions to Venue:
Open to all residents of Spruce Creek Fly-In Community. Cessna Blvd is the permanently-closed runway; Venue is Keith Phillips' hangar on the east end of the pavement; north side.
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes 7FL6
Seating:
100
seats at the facility,
85
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
Orlando FSDO FAA Safety Team
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Data shows that pilots who participate in the WINGS program are involved in fewer accidents and incidents because of improved aviation knowledge and pilot proficiency. A Phase of WINGS equals a flight review. Additionally, some aviation insurers offer discounts to pilots who participate. If you have any questions about the WINGS program, talk to your local FAA Safety Team Representatives.
Event is FREE, but seating extremely limited. Pre-registration strongly encouraged.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
NPP13, NPP14 et al
National Project:
Any Safety Event held based upon data/risk
Additional Event Documents: