ADHD
What the FAA's documents say about ADHD, in plain words, with the FAA's own words one press away.
FAA term: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or use of ADHD MedicationsCovers: All classes
Show the FAA's words: which classes the FAA's table covers
ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD)* AND/OR USE OF ADHD MEDICATIONS All Classes
Short version
The FAA's table sorts it into three rows.
| Situation | What the examiner does | Pathway |
|---|---|---|
| Row ANothing in the past 4 years | Examiner issues | Examiner can issue |
| Row BSomething in the past 4 years | Defers to the FAA | FAA review |
| Row CMedication or symptoms now | Defers to the FAA | FAA review |
Show the FAA's words: the FAA's table for ADHD
- Row A · Examiner can issue
No treatment or use of ADHD medication for any reason in the past four years, no symptoms in the past four years, no instability in academic, occupational or social functioning within the last four years, and no other psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical. The table makes one exception, for anxiety, depression and related conditions where the individual qualifies for that condition's own Fast Track pathway. The table sends the case to the Fast Track and marks the row ISSUE where the FAA ADHD Summary is provided, every item is in the no category and the examiner has no concerns. The examiner summarises the history and annotates Block 60 with the table's own phrase. Three documents still go to the FAA -- the summary, the actual clinical visit report and copies of all supporting documents reviewed -- and the table's instruction to send them sits on the same row as the certificate being issued.
NO treatment or use of ADHD medication (for any reason) in past four (4) years AND NO symptoms in past four (4) years AND NO instability in academic, occupational, or social functioning within the last four (4) years AND NO other psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical). … Exception: Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions can use this row if the individual qualifies for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway. … ISSUE Summarize this history, annotate Block 60 “Meets ADHD Fast Track requirements.” … Submit ALL the following to the FAA: … 1. Completed and signed FAA ADHD Summary; … 2. Actual clinical visit report (not patient portal notes) from the psychologist or neuropsychologist … 3. Copies of ALL supporting documents reviewed.
- Row B · FAA review
Symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD medication for any reason, or instability, in the past four years. Or a history of any psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical, including anxiety, depression and related conditions that do not qualify for that condition's own Fast Track pathway. Or the examiner or the HIMS neuropsychologist having any concerns. The table says this row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD, that it must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist, that testing is required after record review, and that the case is deferred and the information submitted to the FAA.
Symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD Medication (for any reason), or instability in past four (4) years … History of any psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical) including Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions which do not qualify for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway. … AME and/or HIMS Neuropsychologist have any concerns … This row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD. … Evaluation and testing must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist; … ADHD testing is required after record review; and … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA.
- Row C · FAA review
Currently taking ADHD medication for any reason, including as-needed use. Or medication discontinued within the past 90 days. Or current symptoms. The table says taking ADHD medication or symptoms of ADHD are incompatible with aviation safety, asks for the most recent detailed clinical progress note from the prescribing doctor identifying the diagnosis and treatment plan, and defers. If the treating physician determines the medication can be safely discontinued, it says the individual should be off the medication a minimum of 90 days before obtaining the Standard Track evaluation, and points to Row B.
Currently taking ADHD medication (for any reason), including PRN use OR Medication discontinued within the past 90 days OR Current symptoms … Taking ADHD medication or symptoms of ADHD are incompatible with aviation safety. … The most recent detailed, clinical progress note from the prescribing physician which identifies the diagnosis and treatment plan. … If the treating physician determines the medication can be safely discontinued, the individual should be off the medication a minimum of 90 days before obtaining the Standard Track - FAA ADHD Evaluation See Row B. … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA
- A note on the table, 1
The requirements apply equally where the diagnosis or the medication was for attention deficit disorder under its former name.
*Note: The requirements also apply if diagnosed with or took medication to treat Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- A note on the table, 2
The Fast Track sheet tells a pilot to stop and go to the Standard Track where they have taken medication in the past four years, had symptoms in the past four years, or have a history of any other psychiatric condition.
NOTE: If you have taken medication in the past 4 years, had symptoms in the past 4 years, or have a history of any other psychiatric conditions - STOP. Go to the Standard Track Evaluation – FAA ADHD Evaluation General Information.
- A note on the table, 3
Before testing on the second row. The table says that if the individual stopped taking ADHD medication, they must be off the medication for 90 days before testing and evaluation.
Medication: If the individual stopped taking ADHD medication(s), they must be off the medication(s) for 90 days before testing and evaluation.
- A note on the table, 4
On the Fast Track row the table allows the records review and evaluation to be done virtually, but says the evaluation component must be face to face on screen and not audio only.
Note: Records review and evaluation can be done virtually; however, the evaluation component must be face-to-face on screen, not audio only.
The FAA pathways for ADHD
- How this pathway works: Examiner can issueNo special pathwayRow A
- How this pathway works: Special IssuanceAuthorization for Special Issuance of a Medical Certificate
- FAA reviewYour AME defers. The FAA decides.Row B
Which one describes yours?
The FAA's table sorts it these ways. Choose yours to see its plan.
Your step-by-step plan
Step 1: On either track
Do not fly until you have an Authorization from the FAA. A personal statement and the documents on the FAA's checklist.Personal statement
A personal statement, typed, signed and dated, describing your diagnosis and stimulant medication history.
On the statement
- Your name, and your PI number or date of birth
- Each answer in detail, not just yes or no
The FAA's 14 questions
- Why you sought treatment or an evaluation
- Your symptoms and behaviors
- Why ADHD medication or other treatment was prescribed
- Every medication prescribed or otherwise used, with approximate dates and the reason for any change
- Whether the ADHD medication helped
- Whether treatment improved your academic, work or social life
- Any side effects
- Who diagnosed and treated your ADHD
- Any other diagnosis, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, autism spectrum disorder or ODD
- Any learning disorder, such as dyslexia or reading or math difficulties
- What the person who diagnosed you performed, from the sheet's list
- How your symptoms changed over time, and whether and when they ended
- The coping strategies you learned
- Your current symptoms, or that you have none and the date they resolved
The documents on the FAA's checklist
Every document on the FAA's ADHD Document Checklist, collected and checked.
Show the FAA's words: On either track
Complete a personal statement. It must be typed, signed, and dated. The statement should describe your diagnosis and stimulant medication history. It must include all information on FAA ADHD Personal Statement Guidelines sheet.
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
This applies to both FAST TRACK and STANDARD TRACK. An applicant’s personal/self-statement must be typed, signed, and dated. It should include your name and either a PI# or Date of Birth for identification. Be sure to describe in detail each response (with more than just “yes” or “no” answer).
1. Why did you seek treatment or an evaluation for ADHD?
2. What symptoms and behaviors did you have?
3. Why were you prescribed an ADHD medication and or other treatment?
4. What medications were prescribed? List all medications prescribed or otherwise used and reason for changes in medications, if any. List approximate dates.
5. If you were prescribed or otherwise took ADHD medication, did it help? If so, under what circumstance and for how long were they effective?
6. Did the treatment improve your academic, occupational, or social life? Explain your answer.
7. Did you experience any adverse effects/side effects from the medication? a. If yes, describe the effects; and b. What did you do to reduce these side effects?
8. Who was involved in diagnosing and treating your ADHD? List all professionals involved (e.g., teacher, school counselor, therapist, psychologist, primary care physician, psychiatrist, or education specialist, if applicable).
9. Were you diagnosed with any other condition such as Depression/Anxiety/Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)/Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
10. Were diagnosed with a learning disorder (dyslexia/reading difficulties/math difficulties)?
11. Which of the following were performed by the person who diagnosed you with ADHD?
12. How did the symptoms of ADHD change over time? Are the symptoms gone and if so, as of when?
13. Describe coping strategies you learned to deal with ADHD or any other diagnosis. Are they still used?
14. Describe your current ADHD symptoms and behaviors. If you have no symptoms, that should be stated (and the date resolved).
FAA source: FAA ADHD Personal Statement Guidelines. FAA date 30 August 2023; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
Collect and verify you have all the documents on the ADHD Document Checklist for review.
Provide all materials in the ADHD Document checklist to the psychologist or neuropsychologist prior to your scheduled appointment.
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
This applies to both FAST TRACK and STANDARD TRACK. Standard Track evaluation must be completed by a FAA HIMS Neuropsychologist.
FAA source: ADHD Document Checklist. FAA date 25 September 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
If you are a PILOT or ATCS with a history of ADHD or taking ADHD Medications:
1. See your treating physician and get healthy.
2. Do not fly, in accordance with 14 CFR 61.53, until you have an Authorization from the FAA.
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
Step 2: Fast Track
The evaluation, and what to bring to your AME.FAA ADHD Summary and evaluation report
The FAA ADHD Summary, completed by your psychologist or neuropsychologist, and their detailed written report.
Who evaluates
- A doctoral level (PhD or PsyD) licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist
- With training and experience in evaluating ADHD
The report
- Covers every item in the FAA's Fast Track evaluation report requirements
When
- The evaluation and report are performed within 90 days of the AME exam
What you bring to your AME
Complete a new 8500-8 in MedXPress, then see your AME for the exam.
Bring
- The completed FAA ADHD Summary
- The actual clinical summary report from your psychologist or neuropsychologist
- Any records they reviewed
- Information on any other condition that may require a Special Issuance, AASI or CACI
Show the FAA's words: Fast Track
The psychologist or neuropsychologist should complete the Fast Track - FAA ADHD Summary AND provide a written detailed report which covers all items in the Fast Track - FAA ADHD Evaluation Report Requirements.
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
This applies to both FAST TRACK and STANDARD TRACK.
The evaluation and report must be performed within 90 days of the AME exam:
FAA source: ADHD Document Checklist. FAA date 25 September 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
The evaluation and report must be performed within 90 days of the AME exam and must include the following (at a minimum):
FAA source: Fast Track – FAA ADHD Evaluation Report Requirements. FAA date 27 September 2023; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
This evaluation and testing must be performed IN-PERSON by a HIMS neuropsychologist within 90 days of the AME exam and must include the following (at a minimum):
FAA source: Standard Track – FAA ADHD Report Requirements. FAA date 27 September 2023; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
Find and make an appointment with a doctoral level ( PhD or PsyD ) licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist with training and experience in the evaluation of ADHD.
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
Complete a new 8500-8 exam (online using MedXPress);
See your AME for the exam portion;
Bring all the following to your AME visit:
Completed FAA ADHD Summary;
Actual clinical summary report from the psychologist or neuropsychologist;
Any records reviewed by the psychologist or neuropsychologist.
Bring information on any other condition that may require a Special Issuance/AASI/CACI (pilots) or Special Consideration (ATCS).
FAA source: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
Step 3: See your AME
The table sends the case to the Fast Track and marks the row ISSUE where the FAA ADHD Summary is provided, every item is in the no category and the examiner has no concerns. The examiner summarises the history and annotates Block 60 with the table's own phrase. Three documents still go to the FAA -- the summary, the actual clinical visit report and copies of all supporting documents reviewed -- and the table's instruction to send them sits on the same row as the certificate being issued.Exam day- The table sends the case to the Fast Track and marks the row ISSUE where the FAA ADHD Summary is provided, every item is in the no category and the examiner has no concerns. The examiner summarises the history and annotates Block 60 with the table's own phrase. Three documents still go to the FAA -- the summary, the actual clinical visit report and copies of all supporting documents reviewed -- and the table's instruction to send them sits on the same row as the certificate being issued.
Show the FAA's words: See your AME
NO treatment or use of ADHD medication (for any reason) in past four (4) years AND NO symptoms in past four (4) years AND NO instability in academic, occupational, or social functioning within the last four (4) years AND NO other psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical).
Exception: Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions can use this row if the individual qualifies for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway.
ISSUE Summarize this history, annotate Block 60 “Meets ADHD Fast Track requirements.”
Submit ALL the following to the FAA:
1. Completed and signed FAA ADHD Summary;
2. Actual clinical visit report (not patient portal notes) from the psychologist or neuropsychologist
3. Copies of ALL supporting documents reviewed.
FAA source: Disposition Table - Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or use of ADHD Medications. FAA date 30 October 2024; checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026.
What the examiner checks
It depends on which row of the FAA's table describes the case.
Row AExaminer issuesExaminer can issue
The table sends the case to the Fast Track and marks the row ISSUE where the FAA ADHD Summary is provided, every item is in the no category and the examiner has no concerns. The examiner summarises the history and annotates Block 60 with the table's own phrase. Three documents still go to the FAA -- the summary, the actual clinical visit report and copies of all supporting documents reviewed -- and the table's instruction to send them sits on the same row as the certificate being issued.
Row BDefers to the FAAFAA review
The table says this row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD, that it must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist, that testing is required after record review, and that the case is deferred and the information submitted to the FAA.
If the examiner defersRow CDefers to the FAAFAA review
The table says taking ADHD medication or symptoms of ADHD are incompatible with aviation safety, asks for the most recent detailed clinical progress note from the prescribing doctor identifying the diagnosis and treatment plan, and defers. If the treating physician determines the medication can be safely discontinued, it says the individual should be off the medication a minimum of 90 days before obtaining the Standard Track evaluation, and points to Row B.
If the examiner defers
Show the FAA's words: what the examiner does on each row
- Row A · Examiner can issue
No treatment or use of ADHD medication for any reason in the past four years, no symptoms in the past four years, no instability in academic, occupational or social functioning within the last four years, and no other psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical. The table makes one exception, for anxiety, depression and related conditions where the individual qualifies for that condition's own Fast Track pathway. The table sends the case to the Fast Track and marks the row ISSUE where the FAA ADHD Summary is provided, every item is in the no category and the examiner has no concerns. The examiner summarises the history and annotates Block 60 with the table's own phrase. Three documents still go to the FAA -- the summary, the actual clinical visit report and copies of all supporting documents reviewed -- and the table's instruction to send them sits on the same row as the certificate being issued.
NO treatment or use of ADHD medication (for any reason) in past four (4) years AND NO symptoms in past four (4) years AND NO instability in academic, occupational, or social functioning within the last four (4) years AND NO other psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical). … Exception: Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions can use this row if the individual qualifies for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway. … ISSUE Summarize this history, annotate Block 60 “Meets ADHD Fast Track requirements.” … Submit ALL the following to the FAA: … 1. Completed and signed FAA ADHD Summary; … 2. Actual clinical visit report (not patient portal notes) from the psychologist or neuropsychologist … 3. Copies of ALL supporting documents reviewed.
- Row B · FAA review
Symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD medication for any reason, or instability, in the past four years. Or a history of any psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical, including anxiety, depression and related conditions that do not qualify for that condition's own Fast Track pathway. Or the examiner or the HIMS neuropsychologist having any concerns. The table says this row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD, that it must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist, that testing is required after record review, and that the case is deferred and the information submitted to the FAA.
Symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD Medication (for any reason), or instability in past four (4) years … History of any psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical) including Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions which do not qualify for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway. … AME and/or HIMS Neuropsychologist have any concerns … This row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD. … Evaluation and testing must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist; … ADHD testing is required after record review; and … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA.
- Row C · FAA review
Currently taking ADHD medication for any reason, including as-needed use. Or medication discontinued within the past 90 days. Or current symptoms. The table says taking ADHD medication or symptoms of ADHD are incompatible with aviation safety, asks for the most recent detailed clinical progress note from the prescribing doctor identifying the diagnosis and treatment plan, and defers. If the treating physician determines the medication can be safely discontinued, it says the individual should be off the medication a minimum of 90 days before obtaining the Standard Track evaluation, and points to Row B.
Currently taking ADHD medication (for any reason), including PRN use OR Medication discontinued within the past 90 days OR Current symptoms … Taking ADHD medication or symptoms of ADHD are incompatible with aviation safety. … The most recent detailed, clinical progress note from the prescribing physician which identifies the diagnosis and treatment plan. … If the treating physician determines the medication can be safely discontinued, the individual should be off the medication a minimum of 90 days before obtaining the Standard Track - FAA ADHD Evaluation See Row B. … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA
If the examiner defersFAA review
The table's second row is deferred. It covers symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD medication, or instability in the past four years. It also covers a history of any psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical, including anxiety, depression and related conditions that do not qualify for their own Fast Track pathway. And it covers the examiner or the HIMS neuropsychologist having any concerns.
The table's third row is deferred as well: currently taking ADHD medication for any reason including as-needed use, medication discontinued within the past 90 days, or current symptoms.
What the FAA lists to send
- Item 1. On the second row, the evaluation and testing by a HIMS neuropsychologist, completed in person, with the ADHD testing done after the record review. The table says to submit the information to the FAA.
- Item 2. On the third row, the most recent detailed clinical progress note from the prescribing physician, which identifies the diagnosis and the treatment plan.
Show the FAA's words: if the examiner defers
When the examiner defers
- Reason 1
The table's second row is deferred. It covers symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD medication, or instability in the past four years. It also covers a history of any psychiatric condition or diagnosis, current or historical, including anxiety, depression and related conditions that do not qualify for their own Fast Track pathway. And it covers the examiner or the HIMS neuropsychologist having any concerns.
Symptoms, treatment or use of ADHD Medication (for any reason), or instability in past four (4) years … History of any psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical) including Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions which do not qualify for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway. … AME and/or HIMS Neuropsychologist have any concerns … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA.
- Reason 2
The table's third row is deferred as well: currently taking ADHD medication for any reason including as-needed use, medication discontinued within the past 90 days, or current symptoms.
Currently taking ADHD medication (for any reason), including PRN use OR Medication discontinued within the past 90 days OR Current symptoms … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA
What the FAA lists to send
- Item 1
On the second row, the evaluation and testing by a HIMS neuropsychologist, completed in person, with the ADHD testing done after the record review. The table says to submit the information to the FAA.
This row requires HIMS neuropsychology evaluation and testing to identify the presence of aeromedically significant ADHD. … Evaluation and testing must be completed in person by a HIMS neuropsychologist; … ADHD testing is required after record review; and … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA.
- Item 2
On the third row, the most recent detailed clinical progress note from the prescribing physician, which identifies the diagnosis and the treatment plan.
The most recent detailed, clinical progress note from the prescribing physician which identifies the diagnosis and treatment plan. … DEFER Submit the information to the FAA
Good to know
Points from the FAA's own documents that are easy to miss.
What a progress note must include
In most cases it should come from a visit with the treating physician no more than 90 days ago, and cover the history, medications with dosages and side effects, exam findings, test results, diagnosis, assessment and plan, prognosis and follow-up. The FAA's sheet says to make sure the physician adds the prognosis. A portal note or an After Visit Summary that does not meet these criteria is not enough, and neither is a simple "ok to fly" letter. The FAA's documents also call it a status report.
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your patient portal to print out “notes” or an “After Visit Summary (AVS).” … Patient Portal notes or an AVS that do not meet the criteria listed below for a detailed Clinical Progress Note are NOT sufficient for FAA purposes. … To be “current,” in MOST CASES, the detailed Clinical Progress Note should be from an evaluation in which you saw your treating physician no more than 90 days ago. … It Must include the following items: … A summary of the history of the condition, … Current medications, dosages, and side effects (if any); … Clinical exam findings; … Results of any testing performed; … Diagnosis; … Assessment and Plan; … Prognosis (This item may not be on a standard progress note, make sure your physician adds this information.); and … Follow-up … Please note: A letter stating, “Mr. Smith is ok to fly” (or any other simple note), is NOT a current, detailed Clinical Progress Note and is NOT acceptable. … You may also see this called a “current status report” or “status report” in current FAA Guidance. Any reference to a “status report” equals the criteria listed on this sheet.
Only three questions look back four years
The first row looks back four years at use of ADHD medication for any reason, symptoms, and instability in academic, occupational or social functioning. Any other psychiatric condition, current or historical, has no time limit, except anxiety, depression or related conditions that qualify for their own Fast Track pathway.
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NO treatment or use of ADHD medication (for any reason) in past four (4) years AND NO symptoms in past four (4) years AND NO instability in academic, occupational, or social functioning within the last four (4) years AND NO other psychiatric condition(s) or diagnosis (current or historical). … Exception: Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions can use this row if the individual qualifies for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway.
Medication stopped within 90 days still counts
The table's third row covers medication discontinued within the past 90 days. The Standard Track sheet says that if ADHD testing is done, the medication must have been discontinued at least 90 days before.
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Medication discontinued within the past 90 days
Note: If ADHD testing is conducted, the individual must have discontinued ADHD medication at least 90 days prior to testing
Both urinalysis tests must be ordered
The amphetamine and methylphenidate tests are different test batteries and must each be ordered, or more testing may be required. Testing data cannot be used without the supporting urinalysis and may result in deferral and/or a request for re-evaluation.
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You must order BOTH tests: One for amphetamines AND one for methylphenidate. They are two different tests/different test batteries. If both tests are not ordered separately, additional testing may be required. … Testing data cannot be used without the supporting urinalysis and may result in deferral and/or request for re-evaluation.
Documents uploaded to the FAA within 14 days
The Fast Track sheet says to coordinate with the examiner so all documents are uploaded to the FAA within 14 days. Partial or incomplete packages will not be reviewed and will cause a delay.
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Coordinate with your AME to make sure that all documents are uploaded to the FAA WITHIN 14 DAYS. … Partial or incomplete packages will NOT be reviewed and will cause a DELAY.
One exception for anxiety and depression
The table's no other psychiatric condition line has one exception: anxiety, depression and related conditions, where the individual qualifies for that condition's own Fast Track pathway.
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Exception: Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions can use this row if the individual qualifies for the Anxiety, Depression, and Related Conditions Fast Track Pathway.
FAA sources
Every FAA document this page relies on, with the FAA's own date and the date Crosscheck last read it. The documents to print open at the FAA, so they are always the FAA's current ones.
- ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General InformationOpen to print: ADHD Fast Track Evaluation – General Information, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
Examiner can issue
- Disposition Table - Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or use of ADHD MedicationsOpen to print: Disposition Table - Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or use of ADHD Medications, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
FAA review
- Standard Track – FAA ADHD Evaluation General InformationOpen to print: Standard Track – FAA ADHD Evaluation General Information, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
Special Issuance
- Open at the FAA: Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners – Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a page at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: ADHD Document Checklist, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: FAA ADHD Personal Statement Guidelines, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: Fast Track – FAA ADHD Summary, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: Fast Track – FAA ADHD Evaluation Report Requirements, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: Standard Track – FAA ADHD Report Requirements, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: ADHD Pathway Chart, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
- Open at the FAA: Pilot Information – What a Detailed Clinical Progress Note must contain, a PDF at the FAA, in a new tab
This reports what the FAA has published. It is not medical advice, and it does not say how the FAA or an examiner will decide a case.