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07-13-2016, 02:12 PM

MartinBishop

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3rd class medical reform:

Looks like 3rd class medical reform just went through:

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07-13-2016, 02:52 PM

Yoda2

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MB, I don't think this makes much difference to most folks on this forum. Although it could quite conceivably result in increased fees for those of us who require 1st or 2nd class physicals. Though I think you're still getting by with a 3rd class, right?

07-13-2016, 03:06 PM

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Though I think you're still getting by with a 3rd class, right?

Nope, had a 1st since day one.

07-13-2016, 09:55 PM

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Another lowering of the bar. Nothing more.

07-13-2016, 10:24 PM

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Another lowering of the bar. Nothing more.

While not the intention of the legislation, that will likely be the net result. In order to stimulate aviation it must be affordable to many thousands of pilots. That hasn't been the case since the early eighties. Until someone builds a descent and certified airplane that sells in the 30>35K range, hobby flying will continue its death spiral. I will acknowledge that flight training seems to be picking up somewhat, though no where near that required to grow aviation significantly. This legislation will benefit a few folks, though will likely prove to offer little positive impact.

07-14-2016, 02:29 PM

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Until someone builds a descent and certified airplane that sells in the 30>35K range, hobby flying will continue its death spiral.

Sometimes that's called a Cessna 172. Or a Cherokee. Or a 152.

Lowering the medical bar won't help that, however, and there are already plenty of people driving cars who shouldn't be behind the wheel. Putting them in the cockpit simply because they have a driver's license isn't a step forward.

07-14-2016, 05:40 PM

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Sounds like it's going to strip a lot of income from AME's. If so, it wouldn't surprise me to see them pass costs to the rest of the pilots who fly for hire and that could be a steep increase for your FAA physical. VERY steep.

07-17-2016, 06:04 AM

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This only benefits the old farts over 40. Instead of seeing an ame every 2 yrs, it's just a "state licensed m.d" every 4 yrs. on top of that every 2 years online training for everyone not to mention a record must be made in your logbook of both requirements. Rather see an ame every 5 yrs if your under 40. Just easier in a way.

07-17-2016, 09:05 AM

Yoda2

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"Old Farts" over 40! Really? You'll be there before you know it my friend!

07-17-2016, 11:45 AM

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I'll bet not. I don't have data, but I'd bet they get most of their $$$ from professional pilots who need Class I certs, in light of the decline in GA flying.

Someone with more gumption might research that...