Pilots with heart transplants may be considered for Special Issuance FAA medical certification.

Previously, airmen who had received a heart transplant were permanently grounded, however, airmen seeking certification after a heart transplant may now be considered one year after their transplant. 

After the waiting period, pilot applicants must apply for Special Issuance of an Airmen Medical Certificate.  Eligibility is determined by compliance with FAA criteria which is detailed in a comprehensive FAA protocol.  Decisions are made by the FAA on a case by case basis.

Authorization must be obtained from the Aeromedical Certification Division of the FAA in Oklahoma City.  Aviation Medical Examiners (AME's) cannot approve certification and must defer your application to Oklahoma City FAA. The deferral process usually takes a minimum of 4-6 months without our service.

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We have helped thousands of pilots with the waiver process. We work directly with your physicians and the FAA to assure compliance with FAA medical protocols and to resolve complex aeromedical certification issues quickly.

Contact us at 800-699-4457 or via E-Mail to confidentially discuss the details of your case and to establish your eligibility for FAA medical certification.

There is no charge for an initial consultation.