About this episode
The Ison Brothers discuss the selection of HIMS psychiatrists and FAA regulations affecting pilots' mental health evaluations.
In today's episode, the Ison Brothers bring wit and real-world experience as they discuss why the FAA keeps their recommended psychiatrists off official lists and what that means for pilots. You'll hear stories of Derby day balloon mishaps, learn how to spot a truly FAA-savvy psychiatrist, and get straight answers on the new rules for in-person evaluations. Ever wondered what happens if a pilot notices something "off" in their co-pilot? This episode's cockpit conundrum tackles just that. If you're aviation-curious, you won't want to miss this candid conversation. Show Highlights How do you know if you need a HIMS AME for evaluation? [04:30] Is there a public listing for HIMS psychiatrists? [06:44] Discover the criterion for selecting a HIMS psychiatrist [08:21] Find out what the FAA will not accept as an evaluation [10:00] How can you identify the fake lists available online? [14:27] What does the FAA say about virtual & in-person evaluations? [15:14] You need to know this about reporting a pilot's mental health concerns [21:41] Learn to look at your medical history from an FAA perspective [24:!6] For more information or to get in touch with us, go to…
People in this episode
Host: Ison Brothers
Topics covered
- HIMS psychiatrist selection
- FAA regulations
- pilot mental health
- aviation evaluations
- co-pilot concerns
Keywords
- HIMS AME
- FAA psychiatrist
- pilot evaluations
- mental health
- aviation safety
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: FAA, HIMS, Ison Law Firm
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