r/Aspiring_pilots

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some guidance from pilots, Aviation Medical Examiners (AMEs), or anyone who has gone through something similar.
I have been diagnosed with essential (primary) hypertension, meaning my high blood pressure is not caused by any underlying disease. Earlier this year, in April, I went for my Class 2 aviation medical as I was planning to apply for a cadet pilot program.
During the medical, my blood pressure was found to be elevated, and my TSH was also high. The medical examiner advised me to consult an endocrinologist. After that, I underwent all the necessary investigations and tests to determine the cause of my high blood pressure and elevated TSH. Following the evaluation, I was diagnosed with essential hypertension, meaning there was no underlying secondary cause. I was started on medication for both my blood pressure and thyroid.
Now, according to my latest reports:
My TSH is back within the normal range on medication.
My hypertension is being treated and is essential (primary) hypertension, not secondary to another medical condition.
My biggest concern is my future. Becoming a pilot has been my dream, and I want to join a cadet pilot program.
I have a few questions:
Can someone with well-controlled essential hypertension still obtain and maintain the required aviation medical certificate?
Will being on blood pressure medication create problems during medical certification?
Is there anything I should do before reapplying for my Class 2 medical?
Has anyone here been accepted into a cadet program or become a commercial pilot while managing hypertension?
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone with personal experience or knowledge of aviation medical standards. Thank you!

Well after careful consideration, I’m making the first move to becoming a pilot. I’ve got a long way to go to be a pilot but I just resigned from a 22 year career with a recent salary of 185k for a position paying half… a position with less stress, less hours and a set scheduling allowing me to start my PPL on the side. Once I get through that and instrument, I’ll resign and move forward with working all the way to CFI so that I can start building hours.

I’ve saved up enough extra cash to cover expenses for 2-3 years allowing me to focus on working towards a career as a pilot.

My wife and I decided that the time is right. I have one kid in college and one 4 years away. If all goes well, I’ll be ready to relocate and able to start from scratch with a new career as a pilot. I’m nervous… my wife is nervous… but I’m ready.

Let’s hope it goes well… because nothing goes as planned.

DGCA CPL holder here, currently in the middle of airline selection processes.

I’ve got some waiting time ahead of me, and rather than sit idle, I’d like to stay connected to aviation, keep my knowledge fresh, and help a few aspiring pilots along the way. I’m not looking to commercialize this or build a big coaching business—just keep myself occupied while doing something I genuinely enjoy.

With coaching costs getting out of hand, I’m considering taking on a few students for online classes in Navigation, Meteorology, and Air Regulations. Flexible timings, one-on-one attention, and reasonable fees.
I’ve previously taught students who cleared on their first attempt. I’d also be more than happy to answer questions about flight schools, training pathways, and the overall pilot journey for those just getting started.

If you’re interested, feel free to DM.
(Just a girl who’s a pilot and don’t wanna sit idle so happy to help aspiring pilots )

Hey guys, I am planning for my DGCA ground classes. First of all I don’t live in Delhi. There are no good ground classes in my city, so I am thinking to go to Rampal Chowk Delhi for my DGCA Ground classes. I have heard many things from many people. Some say that the education quality is good there. I don’t know which ground school to exactly join. I have heard many names like VYAA golden epaulettes, Capt Sahil Khurana, Dr pilot and all, but confused, which is the best. I don’t know what is the condition there for like accommodation, food, etc. I have heard that many spoiled students live there which will force you also do not study and there only to waste their parents money. I don’t want to join any online classes, that’s why I have decided off-line classes for my exams, but don’t if going to Ramphal will help or not. students who have studied there pilots and and once were planning to go, there are welcomed to answer who have researched, please help.It will be appreciated.

I applied for my FAA to DGCA CPL conversion in the first week of March, and it’s now been more than 3 months with no final update.

My application currently shows “Under Process with Deputy Director (DTL)”. I did receive a shortfall earlier, but I cleared it immediately and the very next day the status moved from Assistant Director to Deputy Director (DTL).

Now it’s been around 3 weeks at Deputy Director level with absolutely no movement.

I’ve already emailed dtl1.dgca@nic.in along with a few other Deputy Directors and Directors, but haven’t received any response.

Has anyone here gone through FAA → DGCA CPL conversion recently and knows:
- How long it usually stays with Deputy Director (DTL)?
- Whether delays of 3+ months are normal?
- Any phone number, alternate email, or better way to follow up?

Would really appreciate any help or recent experiences. Thanks.