I am a long-time PP and retired physician who flew light planes for many years before the SP rules. I switched to SP flying in 2005 and happy with the rules. The big change has been the marked decrease in illegal "UL" flying.
In my opinion, medical science does not have a reliable predictor of sudden incapacitation. In fact, it is more likely that fear about failing the FAA medical encourages some pilots to avoid identifying and thus receiving treatment for their medical problems. Thus, the medical requirement may increase the danger.
Jerry in NC
From: Sport_Aircraft@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Sport_Aircraft@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of circicirci
Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 12:24 PM
To: Sport_Aircraft@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Light-Sport Aircraft Yahoo group Re: I need help
Hi Mark,
I agree getting checked medically is wise ... and even _more_ so making the livestyle choices that can load the dice in our favor for good long (and even more important -- "good quality") life. Especially as one gets over 40 or 50 years old. You could even say I'm on the radical end of the health-nut spectrum.
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