Business · 29/12/1994Updated: 10/18/2026 · 1 min read

FAA Considers Policy Change for Diabetic Airman Applicants

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a policy change to allow individuals with diabetes mellitus who require insulin to receive special issuance of airman medical certificates, following a recommendation from a panel of endocrinologists.

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