Jordynne Grace’s goal of becoming a licensed pilot has hit an unexpected setback. The WWE SmackDown star recently revealed that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) denied her medical clearance. They rejected it due to her mental health status and the medication she takes.
The former TNA Knockouts Champion shared the update on Instagram. She explained that what she expected to be a routine medical check before her first solo flight turned into a long, expensive process that has temporarily put her flying plans on hold.
Jordynne Grace reveals FAA denied her medical clearance because of ADHD
Grace said she went for her FAA medical exam on May 21 as she prepared for her first solo flight. During the appointment, she learned that her ADHD diagnosis and prescribed medication created problems under the FAA’s current medical rules.
She admitted she had no idea that ADHD could affect her ability to get a pilot’s license.
“On May 21st, I went to get my FAA medical clearance to fly because I had my first solo flight coming up. Unfortunately, I was not aware an ADHD diagnosis was a disqualifying condition for pilots. I’m currently in the process of resubmitting my application, but it is a long, invasive, expensive process,” Grace said.
She then explained what she has to do before the FAA will reconsider her application.
“You’re required to discontinue your medication for 90 days (and then forever) to get a neuropsych evaluation done. This is a $5,000 test and includes 8-10 hours of testing to essentially prove you can function without ADHD symptoms efficiently while not medicated,” Grace added.
The situation has been quite difficult for her emotionally.
“I feel very disappointed and defeated right now, but I’m cautiously optimistic that this will all seem like a slight speed bump at some point down the road,” Grace said.
Grace also posted a copy of the FAA denial letter. It stated that her medical exam on May 21, 2026, did not meet the agency’s medical standards. This is due to her medical history and prescribed medication, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.
The letter stated:
“Consideration of your application for airman medical certification and report of medical examinations completed on May 21, 2026, discloses that you do not meet the medical standards as prescribed in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 67, Specifically under paragraph(s) or section(s) 67.113(b)(c), 67.213(b)(c), and 67.313(b)(c) Medical Standards and Certification, due to your history of general medical condition (GMC) treated with aeromedically unacceptable medication amphetamine + dextroamphetamine (Adderall).”
The FAA officially denied her application for a medical certificate.
The news is especially disappointing because Jordynne Grace had recently celebrated an achievement in her flight training. Just two days after her medical exam, she announced that she passed the FAA Airman Knowledge Test for a Private Pilot license on her first try with a score of 85%.
