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Old 02-10-2018, 09:54 AM
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Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

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Old 02-10-2018, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by golf papa View Post
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP
It is unlikely that your application would even be considered for review if you did not have a current 1st class medical.

Your military flight surgeon may also be an FAA AME and can give you a 2nd class and an EKG. You can then mail/fax in your EKG to Oklahoma and request your 2nd class be upgraded to a first class.

My recommendation is to find an AME in your area that you will use after you leave the military. Build a continuing relationship with the AME so that they know your history and your future class 1s will only take 5 min.

After you realize your AME is making $400-$800 per hour signing off flight physicals you will kick yourself for not going to medical school.
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Originally Posted by golf papa View Post
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP
AA will not pay for it ever.
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Old 02-10-2018, 05:57 PM
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Go get the physical. This is a pretty obvious one...
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Old 02-11-2018, 08:01 AM
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Don’t step over $5-7mil to save $100. Just get it.
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Originally Posted by golf papa View Post
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP
Better get used to paying to play...

Good news is your class 1 will allow you to apply to all the majors. Don’t forget to update it every 6 months if that’s required based on your age/ airline targets.
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Old 02-11-2018, 01:14 PM
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Another reason to get it now is just to make sure there are no surprises. If you have to work a special issuance (waiver) for any reason, this gives you plenty of lead time to work with the FAA.
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“the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.”

Black and white. This isn’t a trick question.
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“the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.”

Black and white. This isn’t a trick question.
Yep.

I can’t imagine someone is cheaping out over this.

I never cease to be amazed at how strange some pilots are. 100 bucks for a medical. 300 bucks for interview prep. 60 bucks for shoes. Too much?

Damn. People spend more than that on just the examiner fee for a private pilot check ride. Quit being a cheap ass!
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Old 02-12-2018, 09:35 AM
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Yep.

I can’t imagine someone is cheaping out over this.

I never cease to be amazed at how strange some pilots are. 100 bucks for a medical. 300 bucks for interview prep. 60 bucks for shoes. Too much?

Damn. People spend more than that on just the examiner fee for a private pilot check ride. Quit being a cheap ass!
Hahaha. Doesn’t Yo Nited still charge $70 just to apply w airline apps membership? Cross that one off the list..
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