![]() Be prepared for the flight (or travel) – reduces stress, increases safety.Eat a light meal before flying(or other travel) – an empty stomach makes it worse.Scopolamine patch may be used by pilots in initial training, but not when acting as pilot in command.Scopolamine+Dextroamphetamine (Scop-Dex)allowed for military pilots, but not CAP pilots.Call your local AME if you need advice on a medication.For example, if recommended dose is once or twice per day, you must wait 5 days after the last dose before you can legally fly.If you have taken an antihistamine medication that is not allowed, you need to wait “5 half lives”, or 5 times the maximum dosing interval before flying.It is recommended to take the medication for at least a couple of days before deciding if it is safe to fly. “Nonsedating” antihistamines are allowed, but even these may affect some individuals.AFTER an adequate initial “trial period”.Over the counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (Tylenol, Ibuprofen Naproxen).Many cold medicines (contain antihistamines).Many Over-the-counter medications can cause drowsiness or sedation, especially:.Medications that may cause drowsiness or dizziness.Anything that make the person unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner.(2) Is taking medication or receiving other treatment for a medical condition that results in the person being unable to meet the requirements for the medical certificate necessary.Do you have medications needed to treat known medical conditions? (e.g.Contacts – are you going to be in a dusty, windy environment?.Wearing corrective lenses when required.You are responsible for your health Any medical condition that would make the person unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner. Responsibility rests with the pilot You are responsible for ensuring your health is good 61.23(b) of this part, a person shall not act as pilot in command, or in any other capacity as a required pilot flight crewmember, while that person knows or has reason to know of any medical condition that would make the person unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner. ![]() ![]() 2(b) Operations that do not require a medical certificate.Online resources include AOPA, FAA website, Google.(1) (The Pilot) Knows or has reason to know of any medical condition that would make the person unable to meet the requirements for medical certificate necessary for pilot operation.Prohibition on operations during medical deficiency.IMSAFE checklist – It’s not just for aircrew Dr Richard Ronan Murphy, MBChB FAA Designated Aviation Medical Examiner CAP Medical Officer, Paine Field Squadron ![]()
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