What criterion governs the applicability of AR 40-8 to a population?

• A. They operate U.S Army aircraft
• B. They are assigned to combat units
• C. They are civilians working for DoD
• D. They are medical personnel only

Answer: (A)

AR 40-8 is an aviation medicine regulation, so its applicability is determined by whether a person’s duties involve operating U.S. Army aircraft or participating directly in aviation missions. The rule is written to ensure medical readiness and flight safety for aircrews and those who support flight operations, because the risks and standards in flight are different from other Army duties. That focus on aviation duties is why this regulation applies to people who fly or work around Army aircraft, rather than to civilians, units not involved in aviation, or medical personnel only. In short, the criterion is whether the job involves operating Army aircraft.