Medical Pathways
Medical Pathways
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CERTIFICATE TYPES
CERTIFICATE TYPES
Class 1 Medical Certificate
Class 1 Medical Certificate
Class 1 Medical (Commercial/ATP pilots)
Required for: CPL, ATPL, airline operations
Renewal:
Under 40: 12 months
Over 40: 6 months
Class 2 Medical Certificate
Class 2 Medical Certificate
Class 2 Medical (Private pilots)
Required for: RPL, PPL holders
Renewal: 4 years (under 40) / 2 years (over 40)
DESIGNATED AVIATION MEDICAL EXAMINERS (DAME)
DESIGNATED AVIATION MEDICAL EXAMINERS (DAME)
MEDICAL STANDARDS
MEDICAL STANDARDS
Vision Requirments
Colour Vision:
Must pass on of the following:
Ishihara PIP test (standard)
FALANT lantern test (alternative)
Visual Acuity:
6/9 or better (correctable with glasses/contacts)
No major refractive errors (> +/-5.00 dioptres)
Hearing Standards:
Must hear whisper at 2 meters
Audiogram thresholds:
35 dB at 500Hz-2kHz
50 dB at 3kHz
Cardiovascular Health:
No history of:
Coronary artery disease
Cardiac surgery
Uncontrolled hypertension (>155/95)
Mental Health:
Disqualifying conditions:
Clinical depression (if medicated)
Anxiety disorders affecting performance
ADHD (case-by-case assessment)
THE MEDICAL EXAM PROCESS
THE MEDICAL EXAM PROCESS
STEP BY STEP
STEP BY STEP
Pre-Exam Preparation
Pre-Exam Preparation
Bring: Medical history, current medications list
Avoid: Caffeine, alcohol 24hrs prior
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
Height/weight (BMI <35)
Urinalysis (diabetes screening)
ECG (for pilots over 40)
Specialist Tests
Specialist Tests
Audiometry (hearing)
Ophthalmology (visual fields)
Exercise stress test (if indicated)
SPECIAL CASES
SPECIAL CASES
Color Vision Deficiencies:
FALANT-passable candidates get unrestricted license
Night flying restrictions may apply
ADHD/Neurodivergence:
Must demonstrate 12+ months off medication
Cognitive testing may be required
Prosthetics/Physical Disabilities:
Case-by-case assessment
Requires CASA special issuance
FAILURE AND APPEAL PROCESS
FAILURE AND APPEAL PROCESS
If your medical certificate is denied, there are several steps you can take to address the situation. First, request a full copy of your medical report to understand the reasons for the denial. Next, seek a second opinion from a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) to reassess your condition. If the denial persists, you can appeal the decision to the CASA Medical Appeals Panel for further review. Additionally, consider exploring alternative pathways, such as sport aviation or recreational flying, which may have less stringent medical requirements while still allowing you to pursue your passion for flying. Taking these steps can help you navigate the process and explore all available options.
MAINTAINING MEDICAL CERTIFICATION
MAINTAINING MEDICAL CERTIFICATION
Annual Requirements:
Blood pressure monitoring
Medication reviews
Vision/hearing rechecks
Lifestyle Factors:
Alcohol: <0.02% BAC when flying
Smoking: Higher cardiovascular scrutiny
Sleep: Must disclose sleep disorders
"Am I Medically Eligible?" QUIZ
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