How long should you wait before flying up to 8,000 feet after a dive that required a controlled ascent?

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  1. At least 12 hours
  2. At least 24 hours
  3. No wait if you feel fine

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References

  1. AIM chapter 8 section 1, Fitness for Flight www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap8_section_1.html Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. AIM chapter 8 section 1, Fitness for Flight www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap8_section_1.html Checked 2026-10-10.
  3. AIM chapter 8 section 1, Fitness for Flight www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap8_section_1.html Checked 2026-10-10.

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