Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners

Decision Considerations - Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 29. Ear - Inner Ear

Disease/Condition Class Evaluation Data Disposition
Acute or chronic disease without disturbance of equilibrium and successful miringotomy, if applicable All Submit all pertinent medical information If no physiologic effects - Issue
Acute or chronic disease that may disturb equilibrium All Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report Requires FAA Decision
Motion Sickness All Submit all pertinent medical information and current status report If occurred during flight training and resolved - Issue

If condition requires medication - Requires FAA Decision
Last updated: Thursday, January 7, 2021