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FAA Medical Certificate
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You are not required
to have an FAA Medical Exam prior to starting your Flying
Lessons
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You must have this step
completed before you will be able to start the solo
portion of your flight training
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If you have any "hiccups"
in your medical history, it is a good idea to complete
this process as soon as you have decided to commit yourself
to becoming a pilot (be sure to read ALL comments below
before you start)
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The First Step
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Fill out an online application
on the FAA's website, where you will submit information
on your medical history
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After you have completed
the online process, you will receive an ID number
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You can then call an
Aviation Medical Examiner to schedule your FAA medical
exam
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How to Find an Aviation
Medical Examiner (AME)
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Exams typically cost
$100-150
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If you live in the city,
consider a day trip. (you could save hundreds of dollars)
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Many examiners offer
AOPA discounts
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All medical related questions
should be answered by an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME)
or a trained AOPA staff memeber. Please do NOT ask your
flight instructor or any of our staff for medical advice.
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Generally only more serious
conditions, such as heart trouble, some types of diabetes,
epilepsy, or psychological problems would disqualify
you.
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If
you have any concerns about your medical history or
you are taking ANY medications, we strongly recommend
you become an AOPA member before starting the process
of getting an FAA Medical!
AOPA has trained staff that can help advise you!!!
Or, consider arranging a "consultation" with
an AME BEFORE filling out any paperwork.
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