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02smifre
Jul 31, 2008, 03:26 AM
I need help understanding my prescripton and then applying it to requirements given by the Army Air Corps.

My eyesight at the moment is
Sph Cyl Axis
Right= -1.00 -1.00 82 1/2
Left= -1.25 -1.00 92 1/2

The requirements are=

lens power: minus .75 dioptres to plus 1.75 dioptres
astigmatism: maximum .75 dioptres

If anyone could help me to whether my eyesight is good enough for the requirements I would be really grateful...

tickle
Jul 31, 2008, 04:04 AM
I don't know why you have to do this on your own. Doesn't the Army Air Corp have opticians who determine that? Is this not included in a complete physical to find out if you are suitable for recruitment ?

02smifre
Jul 31, 2008, 05:24 AM
I am not currently applying for the AAC but I am thinking about it. Therefore at the moment I would like to know if my eyesight is good enough before I apply during Sandhurst.

ChihuahuaMomma
Jul 31, 2008, 07:31 PM
The Sphere (Distance) is within the required range, but the Cylinder (Astigmatism) is not.