The General Direction sets out the conditions for pilots who have a colour vision deficiency.
The pilots with colour vision deficiency may apply to undertake an operational colour vision assessment (OCVA). A successful assessment allows removal of restrictions on Class 1 and 2 medical certificates. It may apply in certain circumstances to pilots with DL9 medical certificates.
The General Direction on Colour Vision Deficiency sets the conditions for pilots who have a colour vision deficiency. It represents a shift in operational policy towards pilots with impaired colour vision, allowing these pilots to demonstrate competency through assessments and flight tests. This provides an opportunity to show they can operate an aircraft safely despite their vision deficiency.
It enables pilots with CVD to apply to undertake a new Operational Colour Vision Assessment (OCVA) and, if successful, remove restrictions on their Class 1 and Class 2 medical certificates. It may apply in certain circumstance to pilots with DL9 medical certificates.
Colour Vision Deficiency - General Directions Notice 2019 [PDF 1.5 MB]
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