If you get lasik is being a fighter pilot still possible?Chanda
I hear that reg changed recently. I have astigmatism
Lettie
WASHINGTON, May 21, 2007 -- Air Force officials have changed the policy to allow people applying for aviation and aviation-related jobs to have had Lasik surgery. The change became effective May 21. The change also removes the altitude and high-performance aircraft restrictions for people who have had LASIK.The decision to make these changes was based on studies that showed there was little to no effect on LASIK-treated eyes when subjected to the wind blast experienced during aircraft ejection or exposure to high altitude.Due to stresses placed on the eyes during flight combined with the active lifestyle of military members, the recommended refractive surgeries are wavefront-guided PRK, or wavefront-guided All-Laser Lasik The eyes are more trauma resistant after surgery using one of these methods compared to other forms of refractive surgeries.With all refractive surgeries, there is no guarantee of "perfect" sight after undergoing the procedures. Individuals must still meet the standards prescribed for entrance into the Air Force and aviation and special-duty positions.
Vicky
No, it's not possible. BUT, don't be discouraged by that. There is another procedure that the Air Force will do that can still allow you to be a fighter pilot. I'm not sure exactly what it's called but my recruiter's boss had it done and it took him all of 12 seconds. I do warn you though that you're chances of being a pilot are very rare. Three percent of the entire Air Force are fighter pilots. I'm not sure of the Navy but they aren't very high either. But if you ask your recruiter about the procedure he might be able to tell you more and if you want to be a pilot then work hard. It takes a lot of work to become an officer and even more so to become a pilot. Good luck.
Ema
Yes Are you going to ROTC? Get a checklist from the det NCO before getting it done.
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