AOPA will be closing at 12:00pm ET on Wednesday, December 24th. We will reopen Monday, December 29th at 8:30am ET.

Additional Medical Resources

Information on the AME Guide and the Pilot Examiner's Handbook

Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners

The Guide provides pertinent information and guidance needed to perform the duties and responsibilities of an Aviation Medical Examiner.

Medical Flight Tests

This information is from the Pilot Examiner's Handbook, FAA Order 8710.3 and describes the special medical flight tests used to determine if an applicant is eligible for a medical certificate and/or Statement of Demonstrated Ability.