stuckindayton

This video is accurate. The AF is not using the Konan device, however, the device being used is similar. It uses a rotating Landolt C like you see in the video rather than letters as it makes the test more efficient. You have ample opportunity to practice to ensure you understand the test before actually starting.

Unlikely. The REACT study is only for IFC I (pilot applicants). Given that the waiver was indefinite it sounds like the folks at the Aeromedical Consultation Service didn't feel the topography was abnormal enough to monitor.

To the best of my knowledge, you'll just get a standard PHA that all flyers get annually.

If your vision is still 20/20 or better and you can pass the depth perception test, the waiver is pretty much a formality. Depending on the level of corneal abnormality, you might be sent to Wright-Patt for evaluation. It's also possible the folks at Wright-Patt could review the topography and decide a waiver isn't even necessary. Regardless, do NOT fret. You may be DNiF for some period of time, but you will almost certainly fly again. "do NOT fret"

It will not be missed on an IFC I. Can't speak for MEPS. It's your call on whether to report it unless there are any medical history questions that pertain to it. Then I would be honest. I can't say for sure whether it would be disqualifying or even require a waiver. It just depends on the specifics of the case. Certainly having documentation showing that it's been present for a while without changes can't hurt. I would be cautiously optimistic.

I'm sorry to say that if one eye is not correctable to 20/20, you are almost certainly going to be disqualified within no waiver.

MFS-N is the same as MFS. It will be done at Wright-Patterson. The timing can vary and it may be when you are en route. The exam will consist of the neuro-psychiatry exam (the "N" part) as well as color vision, corneal topography and red lens (eye alignment test). The may also do height/weight although I'm not totally sure about that part.

Some people get their IFC I done at a location other than Wright-Patt. If so, you come to Wright-Patt for the MFS only portion later. If you are an OTS select the IFC I is typically done before OTS and the MFS is done after. The more traditional route, especially for ROTC and ANG/AFRES, is to come to Wright-Patt for the IFC I and MFS to be done simultaneously. If you are scheduled for IFC I at Wright-Patt you are almost certainly scheduled on a Monday or Tuesday. MFS only are usually scheduled on Wednesdays and sometimes on Thursdays.

I think the FCI docs will take precedence. Lots of weird stuff happens at MEPS that doesn't always make sense.

Maybe some will, but I've seen many units hold slots for people needing refractive surgery.

I guess the answer depends on whether you are getting PRK just to qualify for the Air Force or if you'd want to pay to get it done regardless of a flying career. If you don't want to have it done unless it means the difference in flying versus not flying, then I'd wait until I was picked up. On the contrary, once you get PRK, there is a minimum six month wait before you can take your physical so that may be an issue.

Way too lazy to run, but the temp was 89 degrees out mowing the lawn this afternoon. Apparently this is the summer that doesn't want to end.

I cleared some space.

PM me with your information and I'll look into it (if you want me to).

Waivers are in AIMWTS. Do you have access to flight medicine? They can access it.

William, Are you seriously asking these questions? They have been answered ad nauseam both in this thread and throughout this website. Help yourself out and do a little research.

I believe you can get interim approval, attend OTS and then be disqualified at MFS. It makes no sense and I don't know why they do this, but they do.

An FC I can be done anywhere, but you'll come to Wright-Patt for the MFS exam if the FC I is not done at Wright-Patt.

OK, I asked, but no response so I figured the answer was no. i'll use the delete function.

Try another PM. My box was full. I've asked for more space without any luck.

I think they normally say 4 to 6 weeks, but I believe AETC (the MAJCOM responsible for stamping physicals) is a little behind so it could be a little longer than that right now. It's also possible it's been stamped and your folks haven't notified you yet. Anyone in the medical department should be able to check on the status by going into the electronic database called PEPP. I don't know if recruiters can access that.

Here's the new policy. Sorry, I realize this is a month old, but I didn't get the notification that you asked the question until yesterday.

No, waivers are recorded in a website called AIMWTS. It is a portal application, but I presume access is limited to the medical folks and waiver authority.

It's in the Medical Standards Directory. Anyone with access to the Knowledge Exchange (KX) can access it, but I haven't found a non CAC site where it lives. The date was May 24th, 2018 so if you find anything older it's not relevant. I'd post it, except that if it hasn't been posted previously perhaps the AF doesn't want it online (and I don't want to lose my job). I'll post just the references to refractive surgery and depth perception when I get back on a CAC computer.

It was all about nothing. Someone at the medical center called 911 due to a suspected active shooter that didn't exist. The only shot(s) fired was some security forces dude who shot out a locked door during the security sweep. Is that SOP? Both sides of base (area A and B) were on lock down for about three hours, which meant you pretty much weren't allowed to leave your office. I can't even begin to estimate how many labor hours were wasted yesterday.