Tag Archives: William A. Blank

How Hypoxia Can Ruin A Flight

Posted on January 19, 2016 by mwflyer

by Dr. Bill Blank, MD In the last issue, Midwest Flyer Magazine Editor Dave Weiman wrote about a general aviation oxygen system, so I thought an article about “hypoxia” would be helpful. Hypoxia means lack of oxygen and in our … Continue reading →

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High Flight & Tanning Booths

Posted on July 29, 2015 by mwflyer

by Dr. Bill Blank, M.D. A recent report in a dermatology journal noted a study that revealed that an airline pilot is exposed to as much Ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation during a 56-minute flight at 30,000 feet as he would … Continue reading →

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Posted on May 21, 2015 by mwflyer

by Bill Blank, M.D. As many of you know, on March 2, 2015, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated a new policy on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). What is behind this and how will it impact you as a pilot? … Continue reading →

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New Procedures Cut Red Tape, No Ill Effects Anticipated

Posted on September 28, 2013 by mwflyer

by Dr. Bill Blank, M.D. I want to talk about four subjects, which I think will be of interest to airmen: CACI, stents, over-the-counter medication side effects, and MedXPress. CACI or Conditions AMEs Can initially Issue.  These conditions previously required a … Continue reading →

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