2 Simple questions:

Does your current contract include re-imbursement for your Class 1?
Which company do you work for?

I think it's a crock of horse***t for an airline NOT to pay for FAA exams!

fedex will pay up to $275 a year

CAL does not. Plus, you train on your days off.

For a one time only good deal CAL will pay for FOs currently holding a second class medical to upgrade to 1st Class, but only until 5 Mar, then you are non-qual. Good luck!

BTW, admin, you need to add the Forum Jump option to the bottom of these threads.

Yes, 1st class medicals are paid for.

World Airways

Yes.

If performed in-house, by company doctors, JAA Class 1 Medicals are completely free.

If examined elsewhere, you pay, submit a claim form, and are fully re-imbursed.

British Airways.

United will pay up to $50 for EKG.