So I found this in a AF reg from 07:
II. Aeromedical Concerns.
Typically, significant problems will become manifest well before an individual is considered as an
applicant for aviation service, and the individual will not be selected for flying duties on the basis of
aptitude or poor performance on other screening tests (such as AFOQT). Thus, there are specific
AF Instructions and AETC procedures for applicants with LD or ADHD (AFI 48-123, A7.24.2.4
and .5). Additionally, it is unlikely that a person with a severe learning disability will be able to
successfully complete rigorous aviation training. Features associated with ADHD in adults could
have a negative impact in the aviation environment, and could cause one to be found unfit for flying
duties. Complaints may come to the attention of the flight surgeon through the reports of spouses,
supervisors, colleagues or other aircrew. A confirmed diagnosis of LD or ADHD is disqualifying
for flying class (FC) II duties. A history of a learning disorder or ADHD is not necessarily
disqualifying. Severity and nature of the disorder should be documented. In addition, psychiatric
diagnoses made during childhood are occasionally found to be unsubstantiated in light of a careful,
accurate history. This is particularly true if the service member has had no symptoms since early
childhood. Stimulant medication such as methylphenidate (Ritalin), dextroamphetamine
(Dexedrine), and pemoline (Cylert), is incompatible with aviation duty.
Add this to what NavyOffRec just dug up: Basiclly ADD/ADHD/LD's are not a DQ if the applicant can demonstrate passing academic performance in the past 12 months with no drug use and or special accomidations.
I know they are slightly out of date but looking at these regs I don't see how I was ever DQ'ed in the first place! I clearly met all the requirements for a LD waiver! I never did drugs and had gone 3 years with no academic help (the best years I have had academically btw) And I was completing flight training the past two years!
