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Flight physical exam (FAA Air Medical Exam)

To confirm you are in stable physical and mental health, a flight physical is performed by a doctor who is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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About the flight physical exam

The testing done during your flight examination will depend on the type of certificate for which you’re applying. For example, a first class license requires a more extensive exam than a third-class license.

A third-class examination for a person aged 40 or younger typically includes a:

  • basic hearing test 
  • blood pressure check
  • urine test
  • vision test – screening for peripheral vision, nearsightedness, farsightedness and color
  • health history – medications, recent surgeries and mental health status

First class medical exams also require a yearly electrocardiogram (ECG) for people over age 40.

After the exam

At the end of the exam, the medical examiner can:

  • approve your application
  • deny your application
  • defer your application to the FAA for further processing.

If you are denied your application, you may be eligible for a special issuance medical certificate after completing an FAA deferment process. This could happen if you are on a medication that is not acceptable for flight reasons, but a different drug is. Or if you were ill or had a recent medical procedure that impacted your exam, you could be approved after being symptom-free for a certain period of time.

Source: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Reviewed by: Mark Valgemae

First published: 1/23/2017
Last reviewed: 1/23/2017

Allina Health Everyday Clinic

This is a retail clinic location. We offer basic services for minor injuries and illnesses for patients 18 months and older. We do not see visits for workers' or injury compensation.

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Everyday On Wheels

Everyday On Wheels mobile clinic is not wheel chair accessible due to the size of the vehicle. Patients should be able to safely climb a short set of stairs to enter the mobile clinic.

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We've changed how we provide some services with your care and safety in mind. Expanded virtual care services are available to schedule online. You can also call your clinic for help finding the best option.

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Who is this appointment for?

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18 years and older.
 Child
0-17 years.

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Only these primary care appointments can be scheduled online. For all other appointments or with any questions, call 1-888-425-5462.

Health insurance coverage for physicals varies depending on your plan. Contact your insurance provider to verify coverage, especially if you've scheduled less than a year from your last physical exam.
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Only these primary care appointments can be scheduled online. For all other appointments or with any questions, call 1-888-425-5462.

Health insurance coverage for physicals varies depending on your plan. Contact your insurance provider to verify coverage, especially if you've scheduled less than a year from your last physical exam.
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Checkup of child's growth and development.
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Care for illness, injury or specific concerns.
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