What is the safest rule as a crew member while taking any medication unless approved to do so by the FAA?
The Federal Aviation Regulations prohibit pilots from performing crewmember duties while using any medication that affects the faculties in any way contrary to safety. The safest rule is not to fly as a crewmember while taking any medication, unless approved to do so by the FAA.
What medications can you not take as a pilot?
Pain medication:
- Narcotic pain relievers. This includes but is not limited to morphine, codeine, oxycodone (Percodan; Oxycontin), and hydrocodone (Vicodin, etc.).
- Non-narcotic pain relievers such as tramadol (Ultram).
What are the general requirements pertaining to the use of safety and shoulder harnesses?
Federal regulations1 require that safety belts and shoulder harnesses (when installed) be prop- erly worn during landings and takeoffs. If the restraint is not worn properly, it cannot provide full benefits and can even cause injury in a seri- ous impact.
Is ibuprofen allowed for pilots?
NSAIDs (non- steroidal anti- inflammatory drugs) and analgesics acetaminophen (Tylenol) aspirin (Bayer’s) ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) naproxen (Naprosyn) Advil PM, Tylenol PM (Most “PM” medications contain diphenhydramine) Most OTC pain meds are safe to fly as long as the underlying condition is acceptable.
Is Lexapro approved by the FAA?
Four of the SSRI medications have been acceptable to the FAA since April 2010, Prozac (fluoxetine); Zoloft (sertraline); Celexa (citalopram); and Lexapro (escitalopram). There are two pathways that airmen can take to gain medical certification when they have had a bout with depression.
Can the FAA see my prescriptions?
The FAA does have access to the national prescription database, which tracks what drugs are prescribed to a specific person. And in cases where a pilot fails to self-report, concerned spouses or doctors can call an anonymous FAA safety tip line.
When must a pilot wear a shoulder harness?
FAR 91.105(b) says that during takeoff and landing, the required flight crewmember must keep his or her shoulder harness fastened while at the crewmember stations, but need not keep it fastened while en route. The harness requirement only applies if the crewmember’s seat is, in fact, equipped with a shoulder harness.
How many types of seat belts are there?
Some of the most common types of seat belts include lap belts, sash belts, automatic seat belts, three-point belts, belt-in-seat (BIS), five-point harnesses, and six-point harnesses.
Is Adderall approved by the FAA?
Some of the medications that individuals take for ADHD are Adderall, Concerta, Ritalin, Strattera, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine. Take note: These medications are either amphetamine-based or methylphenidate-based stimulants. The FAA does not accept the use of any of these medications.
Is Zoloft approved by the FAA?
The four SSRI’s approved for use by the FAA are fluoxetine (Prozac®), sertraline (Zoloft®), Citalopram (Celexa®) and escitalopram (Lexapro®).
Is Wellbutrin approved by FAA?
Anti-Depressants / Anxiety – Single-use Anti-Depressants such as: Celexa (Citalopram Hydrobromide), Lexapro (Escitalopram Oxalate), Prozac (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride), Zoloft (Sertraline Hydrochloride) or Wellbutrin (Bupropion) may be approved by the FAA for depression on a case by case basis only.
Is the cares harness FAA approved?
Our experience has been that you can resolve the matter by simply pointing to the “FAA APPROVED” label on the harness. According to the website, the CARES Harness is only to be used in window and center seats on the aircraft, which is consistent with the FAA guidelines for car seat placement.
What is the cares harness on an airplane seat?
The seatbelt loops through the CARES Harness, which fits over the back of the child’s airplane seat: no clunky or complicated attachments of which to speak. According to the FAA, the CARES child safety system intended for use with children between 22 and 44 pounds in a forward-facing seat.
What medications are approved by the FAA for hormone replacement therapy?
Hormone Replacement – Teatment (Premarin / Estrogen) is approved by the FAA. Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) – Several medications such as Robinul, Cuvposa, Seebri, Qbrexza (Glycopyrrolate / Glycopyrronium bromide) are not acceptable. Hytrin (Terazosin Hydrochloride) may be acceptable on a case by case basis.
What is the FAA master list of approved drugs?
This “master list” was developed by Pilot Medical Solutions through our ongoing communication with the FAA. The FAA does not publish or certify an official list of approved drugs. This list may contain errors and omissions. Acceptable medications are typically approved only for the condition listed on a case by case basis.