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Pilot Resources Medical Resources Health Conditions Pulmonary

Pulmonary

Asthma

Asthma

The degree of severity will determine if our AME will be able to certify you or if it will be an FAA decision.

Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary Embolism

The occurrence of pulmonary embolism, also known as a blood clot in the lung, affects a considerable number of airman annually, nearly all of who regain their medical certification.

Pulmonary Guidelines

Guidelines

Many pulmonary conditions can be certified under general guidelines and some require a stabilization period.

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Find the contact information for submitting your medical records.

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