The official answer I am going to give is, “yes.”

I will also tell you that most pilots report the events for which there are findable medical records.

That time you were skiing and fell a little hard and felt nauseous for the next two days but didn’t go to the physician? Or that hard hit or two you had in high school football that the coach sat you down for the rest of the game since you were a little fuzzy? Well, an AME that shall remain nameless here once gave me the advice, “Don’t muddy the waters with the things no-one else knows about or didn’t really affect your medical history.” You don’t have to report every hangnail, but the FAA does need to have things reported to them that could actually affect your ability to safely operate an aircraft.

The primary concern of the FAA is aviation safety. Certain medical conditions can impair a pilot’s ability to operate an aircraft safely. Reporting your medical history ensures that you meet the necessary health standards to perform your duties without risk to yourself or others.

There can actually be consequences if you don’t report things and they are found at a later time. Failing to report medical issues, even unintentionally, can result in serious consequences, including fines, suspension, or revocation of your pilot’s license.

The FAA places a high value on the honesty and integrity of pilots. Transparent reporting of medical history reflects your commitment to these values and to maintaining the trust placed in you as a pilot. Undisclosed medical issues discovered later can severely impact your career. Reporting everything upfront helps ensure that any medical concerns are addressed properly, safeguarding your long-term career in aviation.

The best advice is to be honest and thorough in your medical disclosures to maintain trust and uphold the high standards of the aviation industry. Reporting everything upfront helps ensure that any medical concerns are addressed properly, safeguarding your long-term career in aviation.