SDFTI Pilot Training Courses

Medical Requirements

Before you begin flight training, a medical certificate from an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) must be obtained.  The process is simple:

  1. Locate an AME or your choosing.  (This link searches by county)
  • Contact the AME and schedule an appointment.
  • Undergo the physical examination tied to the medical certificate you need.
    There a three classes of certificates.  A Class 3 medical certificate is required for both a Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument rating.  A Class 2 certificate is required in order to receive a Commercial Pilot's Certificate.  A Class 1 medical certificate is required in order to become an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP).
  • If you meet the appropriate standard a medical certificate will be issued.