Class 1A Flight Physical Army Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Where do the APL's information stem from?

AR 40-501, chapter 4

What are the two types of army flight physicals?

Flight duty medical examination (FDME, long, comprehensive) and Flight duty health screen (FDHS, short, interim, abbreviated)

Which flight physical requires a physical?

FDME

Who requires flight physicals?

All personnel operating or controlling US Army aircraft including unmanned aerial systems Signup and view all the answers

Who does AR 600-105 cover?

Rated aircrew Signup and view all the answers

Who does AR 600-106 cover?

Non-rated crew and non-crew Signup and view all the answers

What are the 4 subtypes of flight physicals?

Initial FDME (1x or xI), FDME (xA), FDHS (xB), Ft Rucker FDME (RO-RW) Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of flight physical classes?

Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4 Signup and view all the answers

What is the nomenclature for initial FDME?

1x or xI Signup and view all the answers

What is the nomenclature for comprehensive FDME?

xA Signup and view all the answers

What is the nomenclature for FDHS?

xB Signup and view all the answers

What is the nomenclature for a Fort Rucker FDME?

RO-RW Signup and view all the answers

How long is an initial FDME valid for?

Up to 18 months regardless of physical class Signup and view all the answers

What are the time frames for comprehensive FDME's?

Done every 5 years for ages 20 to 50, annually after age 50 Signup and view all the answers

How long is the Fort Rucker FDME good for?

Up to 24 months Signup and view all the answers

When would an Army Class 2 vs FAA physical be acceptable for a civilian contractor?

If specified in contract, an Army Class 2 must be completed Signup and view all the answers

What is the birth month window?

Three month period preceding the end of the birth month Signup and view all the answers

What is a birth month realignment?

Allows extension of the 3 month birth month window by an additional 3 months Signup and view all the answers

Does a civilian ATC need a class 4 physical?

False Signup and view all the answers

Describe a FDME/FDHS extension.

Must be recommended within the BIRTH MONTH, may extend for up to 30 days Signup and view all the answers

What happens if someone has to deploy and has an incomplete physical?

Submit physical as 'incomplete-deployed' and complete upon return within 90 DAYS Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'APART window'?

Birth month window Signup and view all the answers

Contract aviators and maintenance crew may opt to fly under an FAA certificate ONLY. If this is the case, they do not need a ______.

DD Form 2992 Signup and view all the answers

What does part 1 consist of on a flight physical (FDME vs FDHS)?

Compiling all the information/data required on the DD Form 28071 and DD Form 2808 or DA Form 4497-R Signup and view all the answers

What does part 2 consist of on a flight physical (FDME vs FDHS)?

FS/APA/AMNP/AME 'hands-on' part of the physical Signup and view all the answers

What two forms are needed in the FDME?

DD Form 2807 and 2808 Signup and view all the answers

What two forms are needed in the FDHS?

DD Form 2807 and DA Form 4497-R Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to make sure is documented in DD 2808, box 78 recommendations?

DNIF or FFD and also recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What can APA's not do?

Submit an AMS but can write it Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the Valsalva maneuver?

Evaluates Eustachian tube functionality Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the Reading Aloud Test?

Required for all initial FDMEs to identify various speech-related issues Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the anthropometric studies?

Class I, RO/RW only; if failed, must have a local IP ICE Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the Cycloplegic Refraction?

Eliminates accommodative power of the eye to discover latent hyperopia Signup and view all the answers

What are the cycloplegic vision standards?

Hyperopia greater than +3.00 diopters, myopia greater than -1.50 diopters, astigmatism greater than +/-1.00 diopter Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the Binocular Depth Perception - Stereopsis?

Tests number of errors/presentations and Pass/Fail criteria Signup and view all the answers

For flight physicals, what is the Aeromedical Adaptability?

Socio-behavioral factors unsuitable for Army aviation, referred as 'JIMMI factors' Signup and view all the answers

ETP is for pilot applicants and waiver is for everyone else.

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Flight Physicals Overview

Army flight physical information is derived from AR 40-501, chapter 4, with regulation taking precedence over policy letters.
Two types of Army flight physicals exist: Flight Duty Medical Examination (FDME; comprehensive) and Flight Duty Health Screen (FDHS; abbreviated).

Flight Physical Requirements

FDME mandates a physical examination, while FDHS does not require one.
Flight physicals are necessary for all personnel operating or managing US Army aircraft, including unmanned aerial systems, covering crewmembers, non-crewmembers, military, and civilian (DA civilians), but not contractors.

Regulations Coverage

AR 600-105 pertains to rated aircrew.
AR 600-106 applies to non-rated crew and non-crew personnel.

Types and Classes of Flight Physicals

Four subtypes of flight physicals include Initial FDME (1x or xI), FDME (xA), FDHS (xB), and Fort Rucker FDME (RO-RW).
Flight physical classes:
- Class 1: Aviator applicants
- Class 2: Pilot annual physicals
- Class 3: Individuals leaving the ground who do not control an aircraft
- Class 4: Controllers on the ground (includes UAS and ATC).

Nomenclature for FDME/FDHS

Initial FDME: 1x or xI (e.g., 1W for warrant officer, 1A for officer).
Comprehensive FDME: xA (e.g., AA for aviator).
FDHS: xB
Fort Rucker FDME: RO-RW

Validity Periods for Flight Physicals

Initial FDME is valid for up to 18 months.
Comprehensive FDME is conducted every 5 years between ages 20 to 50, annually after age 50, synchronized to the birth month.
Fort Rucker FDME remains valid for up to 24 months.

Civilian Contractor Requirements

Civilian contractors may opt for an Army Class 2 or FAA physical, depending on contract specifications, which must be clearly documented.

Birth Month Considerations

Birth month window encompasses the three months preceding the individual's birth month, where exams are considered valid if completed during this time.
Birth month realignment allows for a three-month extension of the birth month window, with a maximum validity of 18 months for certain circumstances.

Extensions and Incomplete Physicals

Extensions for FDME/FDHS must be recommended within the birth month.
An incomplete physical for deployment must be reported as such, aiming to complete the process within 90 days of return.

Specific Tests and Parameters

Health assessments include the Valsalva maneuver for Eustachian tube evaluation, required for initial FDMEs except ATC and UAS operators.
Reading Aloud Test identifies speech issues and may necessitate further evaluation if failed.
Anthropometric studies are required for Class I at specific evaluations.

Vision Standards and Evaluations

Cycloplegic refraction checks for latent hyperopia, with specific standards for hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism.
Binocular Depth Perception testing records errors and pass/fail results differently based on the test conducted.

Aeromedical Adaptability and Factors

Assess sociobehavioral factors unsuitable for Army aviation under the "JIMMI" criteria: Judgment, Intelligence, Maturity, Motivation, Integrity.

Waivers and Exceptions

An ETP (exception to policy) is designated for pilot applicants, while a waiver applies to all other personnel.

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This quiz covers important concepts related to Army flight physicals, including regulations, types of examinations, and procedures for administering flight physicals. Test your knowledge on the APL's information sources and the specific requirements for the FDME and FDHS. Perfect for those studying military medical standards.

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