International Short haul FO's read this
12-10-2009, 11:00 PM
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International Short haul FO's read this
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It was brought to my attention that USA first officers flying short haul (2 man crews) internationally are being told that a second class medical (allowed by FAA) is not legal and therefore the aircraft becomes grounded. Additionally some inspectors are enforcing a six month duration for their first class medical even though ICAO allows twelve (their improper interpretation of the USA FAR's) . It is perfectly permissible to operate for twelve months (2 man crews) by the FAA at any age (although I'm not sure about 60 + pilots).
Here's the link. Something to think about for those short haul FO's esp MEX, CAN, Carib etc.
Medical Certification Issues For International Flights | NBAA - National Business Aviation Association
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It was brought to my attention that USA first officers flying short haul (2 man crews) internationally are being told that a second class medical (allowed by FAA) is not legal and therefore the aircraft becomes grounded. Additionally some inspectors are enforcing a six month duration for their first class medical even though ICAO allows twelve (their improper interpretation of the USA FAR's) . It is perfectly permissible to operate for twelve months (2 man crews) by the FAA at any age (although I'm not sure about 60 + pilots).
Here's the link. Something to think about for those short haul FO's esp MEX, CAN, Carib etc.
Medical Certification Issues For International Flights | NBAA - National Business Aviation Association
Cheers
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