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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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