Is it possible to become a pilot if someone is deaf in one ear?

Answer 1

Yes its absolutly possible. My grandma is blind in one eye and deaf in one ear and she got her pilots licence.

Answer 2

If you want to be just a recreational pilot then yes you can become a private pilot with being deaf in one ear. There is an organization called Deaf Pilots Association http://www.deafpilots.com/ When I worked at an FBO we hosted a flyin for them and someone of the nicest pilots out there!

Answer 3

The correct answer is yes you can. However don’t expect to pilot a commercial aircraft, as it requires a first class medical. Being deaf you can only receive a second or third class medical certificate. I have known and flown with totally deaf pilots in class B airspace of course I operated the radio. There are some flight restrictions you will have to adhere to as part of the certificate, but don’t let that discourage you.

I copied some of the information off the FAA site for you as follows:

Yes, a deaf pilot is required to submit the results of a hearing exam to the medical examiner or the FAA in order to satisfy the medical exam. He or she must also take a Special Medical Flight Test in the later stages of flight instruction to demonstrate the following:
1.Recognition of engine power loss or engine failure by a change in vibration and by instrument scan;
2.Recognition of approaching stall by aerodynamic buffet and visual cues; and
3.Recognition of retractable gear emergencies by observation of gear warning lights (if applicable).
Upon the successful completion of the Special Medical Flight Test, the FAA will issue a second-class or third-class medical certificate and a Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA). This can be done at a Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) of choice.

The FAA web site: http://www.faa.gov/pilots/become/deaf_pilot/ Has the following areas to assist you.

Deaf Pilot Frequently Asked Questions
Aircraft Operations
Certification
Medical Certification
Training
Testing

Also be advised some people that provide answers really don’t know what they are talking about on some subject’s area such as this one. So please don’t read the first two or three answers and go by what they say. Many are incorrect such as; “I don’t think so”. This person did not put a lot on experience or time researching their answer. Maybe we should take their keyboard away until they gain more experience. Some times it pays to be old and gray as it comes with experience gained the old fashion way we earned it.

Answer 4

I am deaf in one ear. I hold a Private Pilot Single Engine Land,
Commercial , Instrument, Advanced Ground Instructor, and as of recently, Certificated Flight Instructor.Certificates,Ratings.
So the answere to your question is YES.
My medical has NO restrictions hearing related ( I have to have specs "available to me" while flying)

Answer 5

Yes, absolutely... there are more restrictions though. This is such a popular question that on the FAA website (United States) has it under FAQ.

http://www.faa.gov/pilots/become/deaf_pilot/

also will add that the new Light sport pilot only requires a drivers license as a medical certificate. And on my last drivers license renewal a vision test was required but not a hearing test.

Answer 6

I think the proper answer is yes if you can pass FAA safety guidelines. As far as recovering balance, I think it is safe to say deaf people have a corner of the market in this instance since their condition is closely related to this area.

A simple change in weather can affect a deaf person's "hearing" so they have become accoustomed to dramtic changes in equillibrium. Technological advances have made it possible to compensate for the loss in the other ear.

Answer 7

Yes it is. I know a fellow who is deaf in both ears and has a pilot certificate. It has an endorsement prohibiting flying in airspace where communications with ATC is required.

Answer 8

Nop soz mate but you need 20/20 vision and 20/20 hearing as well!

Answer 9

Yes.

Answer 10

No. You have to pass a test in which tone signals are fed individually to each ear or to both ears at the same time. You must be able to identify and acknowledge such inputs during your hearing test. If you cannot pass this test they will not clear you to fly. The ears are also checked thoroughly for the ear canals and eustachean tubes being in perfect condition. Remember that the human body senses its equilibrium and balance by the fluid in the tympani membranes. Any aural defects could have adverse effects while flying, especially during turns and manoeuvres, leading to spatial disorientation with dire consequences.