Class 1 or Class 2?
08-17-2007, 06:48 AM
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Class 1 or Class 2?
Hey guys,
I am going to setup my first Medical Exam and had some questions.
I don't ever foresee myself needing a class 1, so a class 2 should do me just fine for my goals as a pilot. However, is it best to go ahead and try to get the class 1? I have heard get the highest you can, but AOPA said get just what you need.
The only medical history I have is a corrected heart condition called WPW last year by an ablation procedure, and have been verified by the cardiologist that I am corrected. What am I going to need for the examiner to prove this, or will they just run a new ECG strip?
Also, is it better to find an examiner that is a pilot or not? I have also heard both ways.
Also, lets say for some reason you fail the class 1, is it possible to come back and try to get a class 2?
I am going to setup my first Medical Exam and had some questions.
I don't ever foresee myself needing a class 1, so a class 2 should do me just fine for my goals as a pilot. However, is it best to go ahead and try to get the class 1? I have heard get the highest you can, but AOPA said get just what you need.
The only medical history I have is a corrected heart condition called WPW last year by an ablation procedure, and have been verified by the cardiologist that I am corrected. What am I going to need for the examiner to prove this, or will they just run a new ECG strip?
Also, is it better to find an examiner that is a pilot or not? I have also heard both ways.
Also, lets say for some reason you fail the class 1, is it possible to come back and try to get a class 2?
08-17-2007, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by thecure7
Hey guys,
I am going to setup my first Medical Exam and had some questions.
I don't ever foresee myself needing a class 1, so a class 2 should do me just fine for my goals as a pilot. However, is it best to go ahead and try to get the class 1? I have heard get the highest you can, but AOPA said get just what you need.
The only medical history I have is a corrected heart condition called WPW last year by an ablation procedure, and have been verified by the cardiologist that I am corrected. What am I going to need for the examiner to prove this, or will they just run a new ECG strip?
Also, is it better to find an examiner that is a pilot or not? I have also heard both ways.
Also, lets say for some reason you fail the class 1, is it possible to come back and try to get a class 2?
I am going to setup my first Medical Exam and had some questions.
I don't ever foresee myself needing a class 1, so a class 2 should do me just fine for my goals as a pilot. However, is it best to go ahead and try to get the class 1? I have heard get the highest you can, but AOPA said get just what you need.
The only medical history I have is a corrected heart condition called WPW last year by an ablation procedure, and have been verified by the cardiologist that I am corrected. What am I going to need for the examiner to prove this, or will they just run a new ECG strip?
Also, is it better to find an examiner that is a pilot or not? I have also heard both ways.
Also, lets say for some reason you fail the class 1, is it possible to come back and try to get a class 2?
First off, due to the cardiac issue you REALLY need to get some specialized aviation medicine advice BEFORE you contact an AME...it is MUCH simpler to have all the required tests and documents in hand before you apply for a medical or even contact an AME or the FAA. AOPA offers a service, and there are several private consulting companies staffed by ex-AME's who are not obligated to put the FAA's interest ahead of yours. Here's the one I have used: http://www.aviationmedicine.com/
Nobody on an internet forum is going to know what tests the FAA will need for a cardiac issue.
The exam for a first and second class is the same and costs the same...for this reason most people normally just get a first class. You never know when you might need it, and it might help with insurance. A first class may be required by policy for some jobs which don't legally require one. The second-class normally ends up being a consolation prize for those with medical issues which preclude a first.
Most AME's tend to be pilots...mine is and I would prefer a pilot because he would know better than to take the FAA's BS too seriously
08-19-2007, 07:30 PM
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FAA requires 90 days of stabilized recovery. After the recovery period, a current 24-hour Holter monitor, resting electrocardiogram (ECG), plus copies of medical records and a detailed report of your current status by the treating doctor is required.
AME will defer you to FAA for 6 months past your recovery period
It will be a special issuance for 3 years. After 3 years of no recurrence of the problem you will be able to receive regular medicals.
I'm not sure what you will need, but most likely above stuff mentioned. Make sure you have all tests done before a visit to your AME.
Just join AOPA and use their Medical center they will answer all your questions, and AOPA will tell you exactly what your AME will need to give you your medical.
I had the same procedure done few months a go and I'm ready to apply for my medical. All the info above is gathered by my research so I'm not sure if its all correct.
Good Luck
Tom
AME will defer you to FAA for 6 months past your recovery period
It will be a special issuance for 3 years. After 3 years of no recurrence of the problem you will be able to receive regular medicals.
I'm not sure what you will need, but most likely above stuff mentioned. Make sure you have all tests done before a visit to your AME.
Just join AOPA and use their Medical center they will answer all your questions, and AOPA will tell you exactly what your AME will need to give you your medical.
I had the same procedure done few months a go and I'm ready to apply for my medical. All the info above is gathered by my research so I'm not sure if its all correct.
Good Luck
Tom
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