Decision Considerations Disease Protocols – Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), formerly called Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), and medications used for treatment may result in cognitive deficits that pose a risk to aviation safety.

For individuals who have a history of ADHD or use of ADHD medications*, there are two possible evaluation paths: Fast Track and Standard Track.  For information on the different tracks, any required testing, and specific documentation needed, see the links below.

*Note:  The requirements also apply if diagnosed with or took medication to treat Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

• Disposition Table - Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or use of ADHD Medications (PDF)
• ADHD Pathway Chart (PDF)
• ADHD Document Checklist (PDF)
• ADHD Personal Statement Guidelines (PDF)

FAST TRACK

• Fast Track - General Information for the Psychologist or Neuropsychologist (PDF)
• Fast Track - FAA ADHD Summary (PDF)
• Fast Track – FAA ADHD General Information (PDF)
• Fast Track – FAA ADHD Report Requirements (PDF)

STANDARD TRACK

• Standard Track – FAA ADHD General Information (PDF)
• Standard Track – FAA ADHD Report Requirements (PDF)

RESOURCES

• FAA Aviation Neuropsychologists and Psychologists (PDF)
• Reference information for Neuropsychologists and Psychologists (PDF)