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SELF-REPORTING

DUI: ALCOHOL/SUBSTANCE

A pilot is required to self-ground and report the DUI immediately following the event. Although there may not be an underlying AUD, a DUI meets the regulatory definition of “Problematic Substance Use” and requires investigation by TRANSPORT CANADA CIVIL AVIATION MEDICINE .

Self Reporting can be via the CAME, or visit the Transport Canada Link.

AEROMEDICAL FITNESS 404.06

404.06

(1) Subject to subsection (3), no holder of a permit, licence or rating shall exercise the privileges of the permit, licence or rating if

(a) one of the following circumstances exists and could impair the holder’s ability to exercise those privileges safely:

(i) the holder suffers from an illness, injury or disability,
(ii) the holder is taking a drug, or
(iii) the holder is receiving medical treatment;

(b) the holder has been involved in an aircraft accident that is wholly or partially the result of any of the circumstances referred to in paragraph (a);

(c) the holder has entered the thirtieth week of pregnancy, unless the medical certificate is issued in connection with an air traffic controller licence, in which case the holder may exercise the privileges of the permit, licence or rating until the onset of labour; or

(d) the holder has given birth in the preceding six weeks.

(2) No holder of a permit, licence or rating who is referred to in paragraph (1)(b), (c) or (d) shall exercise the privileges of the permit, licence or rating unless

(a) the holder has undergone a medical examination referred to in section 404.18; and

(b) the medical examiner has indicated on the holder’s medical certificate that the holder is medically fit to exercise the privileges of the permit, licence or rating.

(3) The Minister may, in writing, authorize the holder of a medical certificate to exercise, under the circumstances described in paragraph (1)(a) or (d), the privileges of the permit, licence or rating to which the medical certificate relates if such authorization is in the public interest and is not likely to affect aviation safety.

SEVERE ALLERGIES

Pilots with a history of anaphylaxis or other serious allergic reaction must have an epinephrine auto- injector (EpiPen®) available at all times. In some cases it is also suggested you carry a rescue inhaler for possible respiratory symptoms. If symptoms require in-flight use, you must notify air traffic control and land as soon as conditions permit. You should not act as aircrew or in a controlling position following any use of an EpiPen until all symptoms have subsided, and you are examined by a physician/CAME and cleared by TRANSPORT CANADA CIVIL AVIATION MEDICINE to resume all activities.

KIDNEY DONOR

Regarding the donation of a kidney in an individual with otherwise normal renal function an unremarkable post-operative recovery, there will be no restrictions with flying. For medical clearance, you will need to contact your CAME and submit the following reports: operation report, hospital discharge note (if required admission), blood work (including renal function) and post-op follow-up report with your Surgeon.

CANNABIS POLICY

DEPRESSION AND ANTIDEPRESSANT MEDICATIONS

GLAUCOMA REPORT REQUIREMENTS

HANDBOOK FOR CIVIL AVIATION MEDICAL EXAMINERS

MEDICAL FITNESS FAQ

MEDICATIONS AND AVIATION MEDICAL CERTIFICATION

TYPE 2 DIABETES

TRANSPORT CANADA AVIATION MEDICAL ENQUIRIES

TRANSPORT CANADA EXPIRED ADB EXTENSION

ELEVATED BMI(_31)