If you are planning to pursue a career in aviation, or need to renew your pilots’ licence, it’s essential to undergo the required aviation medicals. But what exactly can you expect from an aeromedical examiner? These healthcare professionals play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of pilots, aircrew, and aviation personnel by...
Category: Aviation Medicals
Navigating the class 1 initial medical: tips to keep concerns at bay
Are you feeling nervous about your upcoming class 1 initial medical examination? You’re not alone. As an essential medical examination, the anticipation around the initial medical can often be overwhelming, but with the right preparation you can keep those nerves at bay. From understanding the different tests involved and gathering all necessary medical documents, to...
EASA class 1 medical: what to expect and how to prepare
If you are training to be a pilot, then preparing for your EASA class 1 medical examination is the next crucial step in your journey. This comprehensive assessment determines whether you meet the medical standards required to obtain or maintain your pilot’s licence, but what should you expect during this examination, and how can you...
What is an airside driving medical and who needs one?
All employees driving any vehicle within the airside driving environment will require an airside driving medical. These medicals exist to ensure that a number of basic medical requirements set by occupational health as well as the Department for Transport, are met. If you employ drivers who operate within the airside environment, or you are soon...
CAA or EASA Cabin Crew Medical: What’s the difference and which do you need?
Whether you are considering a career as a cabin crew member, or getting ready for your first flight on the job, it’s essential to understand the medical requirements that come with this exhilarating profession. Before you can take to the skies it’s essential to have undergone the relevant medical checks, and for cabin crew, this...
Flying high: what you need to know about EASA class 1 medicals
A class 1 medical certificate is a requirement when you want to fly professionally. If you wish to fly in Europe or for a European airline you will need to have an EASA class 1 medical to prove you are fit and healthy to be a commercial or airline transport pilot. If you are about...