Pocket Flight Surgeon
Army Aeromedical Reference
About
This mobile reference tool organizes U.S. Army aeromedical policy into a searchable, offline format for trained professionals. It helps locate policy language, search medication references, and calculate flight physical due dates. Bookmark frequently used conditions for quick access.
What's New in Pocket Flight Surgeon
1.0
June 13, 2026
FAQ
What is Pocket Flight Surgeon?
Pocket Flight Surgeon is a mobile reference aid for U.S. Army aeromedical policy. It organizes publicly available Aeromedical Policy Letter (APL) content into a searchable, offline format for trained professionals.
Does Pocket Flight Surgeon provide medical advice?
No, Pocket Flight Surgeon does not diagnose, treat, prescribe, or provide personalized medical advice. It is a structured reference aid intended to help trained professionals locate policy language.
Can I use Pocket Flight Surgeon offline?
Yes, Pocket Flight Surgeon is fully offline and works without Wi-Fi or cellular data, making it suitable for deployed and austere environments.
How does the flight physical calculator work in Pocket Flight Surgeon?
The calculator uses the birth-month cycle, last exam date, and flight class to determine the next recurring requirement (Comprehensive FDME or FDHS), tracks the 90-day scheduling window, and supports calendar reminders.
Is my data collected by Pocket Flight Surgeon?
No, all data stays on your device. Nothing is collected, uploaded, or shared, and no account is required to use the app.
What is the source material for Pocket Flight Surgeon?
The content is derived from U.S. Army Aeromedical Policy Letters, which are publicly available U.S. government documents. The bundled APL revision is dated December 2021.
What devices does Pocket Flight Surgeon support?
Pocket Flight Surgeon supports all iPhone screen sizes and Dynamic Type accessibility settings.
How often is Pocket Flight Surgeon updated?
The app was last updated on June 13, 2026, with version 1.0. Aeromedical policy is periodically updated by the U.S. Army, and users should always verify findings against the current official APL.