![]() In this method, the wavefront capture forms the basis of the precision of the laser ablation. This is a technique in which all higher and lower order aberrations of the eye become taken into consideration. The other recommended refractive surgery being WaveFront Guided Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis which is also known as custom LASIK surgery. The Air Force currently approves of refractive surgeries such as WaveFront Guided Photorefractive Keratectomy which is understood to produce negligible or no higher-order aberrations. The high wind blast intensity experienced by pilots during the process of aircraft ejection or flying at high altitude didn’t alter the efficiency of their LASIK treated eyesight or eyes. So why this sudden change in policy? After doing their research, the Air Force determined that LASIK treated eyes experienced no adverse effects when exposed to high gravitational forces when in fighter aircraft. ![]() They are also not barred from restrictions relating to altitude. But as of now, LASIK treated candidates can undertake aviator roles. Prior to this rule, candidates who had laser eye surgery were not eligible for Air Force aviator roles. But after the Air Force revoked this rule and changed their policy. Almost every service in the military that is relevant to operating aircraft in the skies requires a 20/20 vision.īefore 2007, candidates who underwent LASIK or PRK became disqualified. Flying is no child’s play and requires optimal vision – or in simpler words, nearly a hawk’s vision. The vision requirements for fighter pilots are strict. Posted in General, LASIK Surgery, Uncategorized | March 28, 2018
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