Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners

Application Process for Medical Certification

Applicant History - Item 18. Medical History: k. Diabetes

The applicant should describe the condition to include, symptoms and treatment. Comment on the presence or absence of hyperglycemic and/or hypoglycemic episodes. A medical history or clinical diagnosis of diabetes mellitus requiring insulin or other hypoglycemic drugs for control are disqualifying. The Examiner can help expedite the FAA review by assisting the applicant in gathering medical records and submitting a current specialty report. (See Item 48).

Last updated: Thursday, November 4, 2021