How to become a Military Pilot
Topic: Vision requirements????
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Posted by lcnvz28 on 03-18-2006 12:28 PM
Hello, this is probably the most common question...      I have pretty bad nearsightedness, and im a -4.0 (20/400) but i have heard the military accepts PRK ( a form of laser surgery) now is it possible for me to still become a fighter pilot, if so what are the steps that i must take, (as far as getting the surgery before I join, after I join, or becomeing a NFO in the navy/marines (the only branches with the surgery), get the surgery, and then apply for a pilot slot??) any help would be great. Thank you.
Posted by SemperFly on 04-18-2006 4:09 AM
Indeed, that is the #1 question! You are not alone.

PRK is your best option -- currently the AF, Navy, and Marines all accept waivers for PRK provided that you meet requirements post-op (20/30 - 20/70) and are at least 3 months out of the surgery. The other good news is that the rules get looser and looser all of the time.

I've got a couple of documents that will help with the fine print. E-mail me at ace@fighter-pilot.org and I will shoot them your way.

Semper Fi!
Ed
http://www.fighter-pilot.org