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FAA Medical Exams: Understanding Medical Certificate Classes
First Class Medical
Second Class medical
Second Class medical
First Class Medicals are essential for pilots who are exercising the privileges of an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. These First Class Medicals are mandatory for the captain and first officer on Part 121 airline operations, as well as for the pilot in command of Part 135 charter operations. For pilots under 40, a First Class M
First Class Medicals are essential for pilots who are exercising the privileges of an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. These First Class Medicals are mandatory for the captain and first officer on Part 121 airline operations, as well as for the pilot in command of Part 135 charter operations. For pilots under 40, a First Class Medical is valid for 12 months, while it is valid for only six months for those over 40. Additionally, pilots may also need to consider Second Class Medical and Third Class Medical requirements depending on their specific flying duties.
Second Class medical
Second Class medical
Second Class medical
Second-class medicals are required for pilots exercising the privileges of a Commercial Pilot certificate. This includes pilots who work for hire, such as the copilot on a charter flight (Part 135), banner tow pilots, or sightseeing pilots. While first class medicals and third class medicals serve other aviation roles, second-class medica
Second-class medicals are required for pilots exercising the privileges of a Commercial Pilot certificate. This includes pilots who work for hire, such as the copilot on a charter flight (Part 135), banner tow pilots, or sightseeing pilots. While first class medicals and third class medicals serve other aviation roles, second-class medicals specifically validate the ability to perform commercial pilot duties. These second-class medicals are valid for 24 months.
Third Class Medical
Second Class medical
Third Class Medical
Third-class medicals, which are essential for pilots exercising the privileges of a Private Pilot certificate, are distinct from First Class Medical and Second Class Medical requirements. A Third Class Medical is valid for either 24 months if issued after your 40th birthday, or 60 months if issued before your 40th birthday.