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To apply for a pilots licence, fly solo while under training and to exercise the privileges of a licence the applicant / student / licence holder must hold a valid medical certificate. The PPL only requires a Class 2 Medical Certificate. Medical examinations are conducted by the CAA or Authorised Medical Examiners (AME). A Class 1 Medical Certificate is acceptable for Class 2 privileges and validities.
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Medical Class
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Age
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Frequency of Examination
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1
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Under 40
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12 months
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1
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40 plus - single crew commercial air transport
operations carrying passengers
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6 months
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1
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40 plus - commercial air transport
operations other than above
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12 months |
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2
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Under 30
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60 months (see note)
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2
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30 - 49
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24 months
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2
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50 plus
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12 months
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Notes:
- A certificate issued prior to the holder's 30th birthday will not be valid for class 2 privileges after the 32nd birthday.
- A medical can be renewed/revalidated up to 45 days prior to the renewal/revalidation date.
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