<p><span>The FAA proposes to amend its regulations to allow applicants with non-insulin-dependent diabetes to obtain airman medical certification issued by their aviation medical examiner at the time of their medical examination instead of requiring a special issuance review by the FAA, as is now required. This action would reduce the burden associated with the process of review for authorization for special issuance while recognizing that modern medical advancements have significantly improved the manageability of certain forms of diabetes. Roughly 3,000 applicants would be eligible to receive certification annually without a special issuance deferral under the proposal, the FAA estimates. Comments are due by Oct. 5, 2026.</span></p>


U.S.: Certification of Airmen with Diabetes

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U.S.: Certification of Airmen with Diabetes

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