Ramos Law Aviation

09/04/2026

BasicMed may allow you to fly without a current FAA medical certificate, but that doesn’t mean you can fly without limits.

Before making the switch, you need to know whether you’re eligible, what aircraft you can fly, how many passengers you can carry, and where you’re allowed to go.

08/31/2026

Thinking about earning your sport pilot certificate? ✈️

For single-engine airplane privileges, you generally need to:

1. Be at least 17 years old
2. Have a valid US drivers license
3. Your most recent application for a medical (cannot be revoked, withdrawn, or denied)
4. Complete at least 20 hours of flight time, including 15 hours with an instructor and five hours solo

A sport pilot certificate can be an accessible way into general aviation, but make sure you understand the aircraft, passenger and operating limitations that come with it.

Always check the current FAA requirements before takeoff.

08/24/2026

Can pilots seek counseling without putting their FAA medical certificate at risk?

The FAA recently added new guidance addressing psychotherapy and counseling for pilots and air traffic controllers. In this Medical Monday, aviation attorney Matthew Bulow explains:

✈️ When counseling may need to be reported through MedXPress
✈️ When symptoms may require self-grounding under 14 CFR § 61.53
✈️ What the update changes and what it does not
✈️ How pilots can prepare for their next medical exam

Seeking help is not automatically disqualifying. The focus should be on the underlying condition, its severity and stability, and whether it presents an actual aeromedical safety concern.

Watch the full video to better understand the FAA’s updated guidance and what it could mean for your medical certificate.

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08/21/2026

What are the FAA DUI reporting requirements for pilots?

Reporting a DUI or DWI on your FAA medical application may not be enough. Under 14 CFR § 61.15, a DUI or DWI conviction or an administrative action affecting your driving privileges, including a driver’s license suspension or revocation, may require a separate report to the FAA within 60 days.

Missing this FAA reporting requirement could create additional problems for your pilot certificate or FAA medical certificate.

Want to learn more about getting or keeping an FAA medical certificate after a DUI or DWI?

🔗 Watch our full Medical Monday episode, “FAA DUI Categories: Which One Affects Your Certificate?” on the Ramos Law Aviation YouTube channel.

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

National Aviation Day is a celebration of flight, innovation, and the people who make aviation possible.

Behind every flight is an entire community of pilots, mechanics, instructors, air traffic controllers, line crews, airport professionals, medical providers, and families working together to keep aviation moving safely.

Pilots are trained to prepare for the unexpected, make difficult decisions, and put safety first. That commitment to safety must also include their own mental health.

The fear that seeking help could affect an FAA medical certificate is real. A pilot’s certificate represents a career, a livelihood, a passion, and an important part of their identity. But asking for support does not automatically mean losing the ability to fly.

The FAA encourages counseling or therapy when medically appropriate, and certification pathways may be available for certain conditions and treatments. Every situation is different, but the bottom line is simple: NO pilot should feel that struggling alone is the only way to protect what they have worked for.

Supporting aviation means supporting the people behind it. Today, and everyday, thank the professionals who help keep our skies safe and check on the pilots and aviation professionals in your life.

If you are struggling, reach out to a trusted person, pilot peer-support program, or mental health professional. You do not have to navigate it alone. Your certificate matters, but you matter more.

Happy from all of us here at Ramos Law Aviation ♥

08/17/2026

Worried about qualifying for an FAA medical or simply don’t want to pursue one? The sport pilot route may be an option. ✈️

With the FAA’s MOSAIC expansion, sport pilot privileges offer more possibilities than ever.

You’ll still face specific aircraft and operational limitations and can carry only one passenger, but for many pilots, it can be a great way to keep flying.

Eligibility depends on your individual medical history and circumstances.

08/13/2026

Did you receive a Letter of Investigation from the FAA? Before you respond, remember that what you say could be used during the investigation.

Whether you should respond, push back or consider a proposed settlement depends on the specific facts of your situation.

Our aviation attorneys at Ramos Law handle FAA matters every day and can help you understand your options before you act.

If you’ve received an FAA letter, Ramos Law Aviation is here to help you navigate what comes next.

08/03/2026

Pilots, Box 18 on the 8500 hits you with…

“Have you EVER in your life…” 😅

And suddenly you’re wondering if that stomach bug from age 9 counts.

The Ramos Law 8500 Emulator lets you list everything, then our aviation attorneys break it down so you know exactly what to include before submitting to the FAA.

✅ Less stress
✅ More clarity

🔗 Link in bio to get started.

08/02/2026

✈️ Got a 413 Letter, Letter of Investigation, or Order of Revocation from the FAA?

Don’t ignore it, these letters are serious and could lead to further enforcement. Your best move? Talk to an aviation attorney now.

✅ And if you haven’t tried our FREE Ramos Law MedXPress Simulator, it’s the perfect place to start.

🔗 Use code SAVE5 at checkout—your first run is on us.

Let’s get your wings back. 💪