Air Traffic Controller and Epilepsy

People with epilepsy can and do work in virtually every sector of the labor force, making important, ongoing contributions to the American economy. Some jobs, like air traffic controllers, are governed by a carefully crafted set of medical standards that must be met to be eligible for employment. Any applicant for those positions must meet those medical standards. If a person with epilepsy were to apply, they would be held to the same set of medical standards as all other applicants.

For more information about the air traffic control specialist position and application process, including medical standards and basic requirements, from the Federal Aviation Administration.