Questions and Answers
First Class Medical Under Age 40 is required for which operation?
When does the First Class Medical Under Age 40 expire?
12th month after the month of date of examination
First Class Medical Age 40 or older is required for which operations?
When does the First Class Medical Age 40 or older expire?
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Second Class Medical is required for which operations?
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When does the Second Class Medical expire?
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Third Class Medical Under 40 is required for which operations?
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When does the Third Class Medical Under 40 expire?
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Third Class Medical 40 or Older is required for which operations?
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When does the Third Class Medical 40 or Older expire?
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Study Notes
First Class Medical Under Age 40
- Required for airline transport pilot certificate grants related to PIC privileges or SIC privileges in operations needing three or more pilots under part 121.
- Certificate expires 12 months after the examination date stated on the medical certificate.
First Class Medical Age 40 or Older
- Necessary for an airline transport pilot certificate for PIC privileges, SIC privileges in part 121, or flight crew members who are 60 years or older.
- Expires 6 months after the month of the examination date.
Second Class Medical
- Open to pilots of any age; needed for an ATP certificate for SIC privileges (excluding operations needing First Class) and for commercial pilot or air traffic control tower operator certificates.
- Lasts for 12 calendar months following the month of examination.
Third Class Medical Under Age 40
- Valid for recreational, private, or flight instructor certificates (acting as PIC or flight crew), as well as student or sport pilot certificates without relying on a U.S. driver's license as medical qualification.
- Expires 60 calendar months after the month of examination.
Third Class Medical Age 40 or Older
- Applicable for the same certificates as under age 40, including recreational, private, flight instructor, student, or sport pilot certificates without using a U.S. driver's license as medical qualification.
- Expires 12 calendar months after the month of examination.
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This quiz covers the different classes of aviation medical certificates required for pilots, including specifics for age-related regulations. Learn about the First, Second, and Third Class medical requirements, along with their expiration terms. Ideal for aspiring pilots and aviation enthusiasts seeking to understand the medical certification process.
