This is a real question.
I began taking flying lessons at 17 and recently at 18 I had to get a physical from a designated FAA physician for a student pilot’s license. Much to my surprise, the last thing the doctor did was ask me to kneel on all fours while I was still naked on the examining table. He then proceeded to put on a glove, apply lubricant and did what he called a prostate exam (which felt to me more like a prostate massage). Even more surprising was that I ejaculated.:eek:
He then said everything was working and mumbled something about flying by the seat of your pants, and told me to get dressed. I passed the exam. My question from anybody who knows the answer, especially pilots, is : Is this standard procedure and just a normal part of a physical for an FAA license. I laughed when it was over and didn’t get worked up about it at all, but considering what happened I thought the least he could have done was buy me dinner and take me to a movie.
Seriously, was this SOP for an FAA physical? I’m wondering if I should feel cheap and used (and/or make another appointment)? < Just kidding.I couldn’t resist going there.
I’m fine with whatever the answer is but it just seems weird for an 18 year old to have a prostate exam without any real medical need. Should I ask for a gift?
LOL.