FAA MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE CENTER
Research medical conditions & certification topics.
Answer-first guides designed for pilots researching before an AME visit, after an FAA request, or while deciding what records to gather.
8 topics shown
ADHD
What pilots should know about FAA ADHD evaluation pathways and documentation.
Sleep Apnea
Common certification questions, treatment documentation, and follow-up.
Hypertension
Blood-pressure considerations, records, and preparation for an AME exam.
Diabetes
Overview of certification pathways and records that may be relevant.
Mental Health
A starting point for pilots researching mental-health-related FAA questions.
Medications
How to research a medication before an FAA medical appointment.
Special Issuance
An overview of the process when additional FAA authorization is required.
Kidney Stones
What pilots may need to gather after a history of kidney stones.
HOW THE LIBRARY IS BUILT
Direct answers, clear review dates, primary FAA sources.
Explore common questions, prepare for your visit, and follow the linked FAA guidance. For advice about your individual history, arrange a consultation with an AME.