AVIATION MEDICAL EXAMS

FLIGHT PHYSICALS

Aviation Medical Exams require an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) to perform a physical exam. As a result, Aviation Medical Examiners (A.M.E.) play a vital role in ensuring the safety of the crew and passengers by performing pre-flight physicals on pilots and air traffic controllers.

The FAA has designated Dr. Phanor Calle as a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner certified to provide the following Aviation Medical Exams or flight physical examinations: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3, FAA and Air Traffic Controllers.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE…

Complete Form 8500-8 MedXPress and bring a copy with the confirmation number. Make sure to CONFIRM AND SUBMIT before printing the document.

Make an appointment with Dr. Calle’s office, call 954-385-9711, and get your Aviation Medical Exam or Flight physical.

Aviation Medical Exams Services:

FAA Airman 1st Class 1st, 2nd & 3rd Class – Initial & Renewal.

3 rd Class medical – Initial & Renewal.

Air Traffic Controllers – Initial & Renewal.

What is the first step to becoming a pilot?

Decide what you want to fly. FAA’s rules for getting a pilot’s license (certificate) differ depending on the type of aircraft you fly. You can choose among airplanes, gyroplanes, helicopters, gliders, balloons, or airships. Pilots interested in flying ultralight vehicles don’t need a pilot’s license.

You should also think about what type of flying you want to do. There are several types of pilot’s licenses, from student pilots to airline transport pilots.

Aviation Medical Exams – Medical Certification – Get a Medical Certificate

To obtain an Aviation Medical Exams certificate, you must undergo an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (A.M.E.) exam. The FAA has designated Dr. Phanor Calle as a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner.

At your scheduled appointment, the AME will complete your medical examination and the remainder of the FAA application form. Above all, if you meet the required medical standards, the AME will issue you a medical certificate.

When do I need an Aviation Medical Exams certificate?

You need an Aviation Medical Exams certificate before flying solo in an airplane, helicopter, gyroplane, or airship. In addition, we suggest you get your medical certificate before beginning flight training; this will alert you to any condition preventing you from becoming a pilot before paying for lessons.

If you are going to pilot a balloon or glider, you don’t need a medical certificate. All you need to do is write a statement certifying that you have no medical defect that would make you unable to pilot a balloon or glider.

If required, how do I get a medical certificate?

To get an aviation medical examiner (AME) certificate, a patient must complete a physical examination conducted by an FAA-authorized doctor. The AME then tests vision, hearing, general health, and cardiovascular health.

Where do I get my medical aviation medical exams certificate?

You can get it from any FAA-authorized aviation medical examiner licensed in the United States and authorized by the FAA. The FAA designated Dr. Phanor Calle as a senior aviation medical examiner to perform aviation medical exams.

When required, what class of medical certificate must a student pilot have?

Third class, although any class will suffice. Generally, the first class is for the airline transport pilot, the second is for the commercial pilot, and the third is for the student, recreational, and private pilot.

If I have a physical disability, can I get an Aviation Medical Exams certificate?

Yes. Medical certificates are issued in many cases where physical disabilities are involved. Depending on the nature of the disability, you may have some operating limitations. Contact an FAA-authorized aviation medical examiner before beginning flight training if you have any questions.

Must I carry my Aviation Medical Exams certificate when I am flying solo?

Yes.

Request a Copy of Your Medical Certificate

You should submit FAA Form 8060-56 AC FORM 8060-56, APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF LOST, DESTROYED, OR PAPER AIRMAN CERTIFICATE(S) (faa.gov)(PDF).

Things to do or not to do before your flight physical to make it easier for the AME and the pilot:

Forget your glasses
Notice a change in your near/far distance and not get an eye exam and glasses before
Have a special issuance, and do not bring your letter from the FAA as your flight is physical.
Do not send the medical information requested by the FAA by the required date if you have a special issuance.
Do not bring the medical information outlined in the FAA letter to the exam when you have a Special Issuance.
Forget to tell the AME you have one of the 15 disqualifying conditions.
Diabetes mellitus requiring hypoglycemic medication; 2. Angina pectoris; 3. Coronary heart disease treated or untreated that has been symptomatic or clinically significant; 4. Myocardial infarction; 5. Cardiac valve replacement; 6. Permanent cardiac pacemaker; 7. Heart replacement; 8. Psychosis; 9. Bipolar disorder; 10. A personality disorder that is severe enough to have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts; 11. Substance dependence; 12. Substance abuse; 13. Epilepsy; 14. Disturbance of consciousness without satisfactory explanation of the cause; and 15. Transient loss of control of nervous system function(s) without a good explanation.
Have a chronic medical condition (ex., Hypertension, asthma, ETC.) requiring medical records and not bring them with you.
Getting a diagnosis of borderline high blood pressure and not seeing your doctor for evaluation and treatment before your flight physical.
Take a decongestant, drink too much coffee, smoke a cigarette, or take other stimulants before your exam, which raise your blood pressure.
Have a family history of diabetes mellitus (or other familial diseases) and not get periodic checks.
AME should be notified of a family history of diabetes mellitus.

Other Things to do or not to do before your flight physical to make it easier for the AME and the pilot:

Mark on 17b. Under medications, you are on a prohibited medicine regularly.
Forget to bring your SODA (Statement of demonstrated ability) (Ex. Color vision defect).

The AME wants you to pass your physical. We know how important it is to you. Any problem you have, the AME, the FAA, and your doctor will work with you to try and resolve them. We, as AME, want you to be happy pilots with your certification in your hand when you leave our office.

Make an appointment, call 954-385-9711, and get your Flight physicals with Dr. Phanor Calle, Senior A.M.E.