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InFO 12008: Use of Corrective Lenses and Possession of a Spare Set of Lenses
In Brief
What It Addresses
This InFO clarifies the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements for use of corrective lenses and the possession of a spare set of lenses.
Why It Matters
Part 67 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), requires that pilots wear corrective lenses while flying if prescribed. These same regulations do not require pilots to carry a spare set of corrective lenses while flying.
Recommended Action
Pilots who require corrective lenses should carry a spare set of lenses for use within the US and they must carry a spare pair of lenses while flying internationally.
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InFOInformation for Operators
U.S. Department InFO 12008
of Transportation DATE: 4/24/12
Federal Aviation
Administration Flight Standards Service
Washington, DC http://www.faa.gov/other_visit/aviation_industry/airline_operators/airline_safety/info An InFO contains valuable information for operators that should help them meet certain administrative, regulatory, or operational requirements with relatively low urgency or impact on safety.
Subject: Use of Corrective Lenses and Possession of a Spare Set of Lenses
Purpose: This InFO clarifies the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements for use of corrective lenses and the possession of a spare set of lenses.
Background: Part 67 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), requires that pilots wear corrective lenses while flying if prescribed. These same regulations do not require pilots to carry a spare set of corrective lenses while flying. However, ICAO Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention (Personnel Licensing) do require that pilots carry a spare set of corrective lenses while flying in international or foreign airspace. Pilots who fly internationally should be aware that some foreign aviation civil authorities, as part of their ramp inspections, are checking pilots to ensure that they have a spare set of corrective lenses in their possession.
If a pilot does not have a spare set of lenses, they will not be allowed to fly.
Recommended Action: Pilots who require corrective lenses should carry a spare set of lenses for use within the US and they must carry a spare pair of lenses while flying internationally.
Contact: Questions or comments regarding this InFO should be directed to the Air Transportation Branch, AFS-220 at (202) 267-8166.
Distributed by: AFS-200 OPR: AFS-220
Source: Federal Aviation Administration — www.faa.gov. Reproduced from the published record; FlightPush adds formatting only.
InFO 12008