Depth perception

[bean69]

I have 20/20 vision and I cannot pass the OVT(lolli pop) military depth perception test. I want to become a flyer and cannot because of this. The doc said i had estropia in my right eye which throws off my depth perception. She told me this problem with no solution. I need to know if there is anything i could possibly do. I heard of vision therapy but it is pricey and not covered by military insurance.  

[JodieJ]

I'm not an eye care professional, but I believe that depth perception is developed during early childhood.  Do not waste your time or money on vision therapy.

[bean69]

I used the term flyer loosley. I want to be a combat controller not a pilot.They are required to have DP for scanning purposes. Like i said I have 20/20 or better in both eyes. If you are familiar with the OVT DP it throws a lot of people for a loop. So, Vision therapy wont help with eye teaming problems in your opinion. And I like your frankness.

[Michael J Kutryb, MD]

If you don't have the depth perception you really don't want to be landing a military aircraft.  Generally speaking I don't thing you are going to be able to improve it with any vision therapy.  If you have the vision good enough to be a pilot, you should fly through the depth perception test with absolutely no problem.  In my experience, pilots usually have outstanding vision including depth perception.  I never like to discourage anyone from their dreams, however.  My best advise is the have a second test at a different center and see what they say.

Michael Kutryb, MD