The initial Air Force Flight Physical is a very stressful and uncertain time, and can determine whether you start down the path towards your dream job or not. The experience runs much smoother with a little bit of knowledge of the details and logistics. This blog was written to demystify the flight physical process, from arrival to the airport through your final discussion with the flight surgeon. Will you get a rectal exam or won’t you? Bring your own lube, just in case. If you are planning to be a pilot, CSO, loadmaster, PJ, flight surgeon, or are just curious what flyers go through, give this post a read.

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