Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners

Decision Considerations - Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 35. Lungs and Chest - Sleep Apnea

Disease/Condition	Class	Evaluation Data	Disposition
Obstructive Sleep Apnea	All	Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report. Include sleep study with a polysomnogram, use of medications and titration study results	Initial Special Issuance - Requires FAA Decision Followup Special Issuance's - See AASI Protocol
Periodic Limb Movement, etc.	All	Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report. Include sleep study with a polysomnogram, use of medications and titration study results, along with a statement regarding Restless Leg Syndrome	Requires FAA Decision