Initial Class 1 Medical

[chitty1989]

Initial Class 1 Medical - Childhood Asthma

Just after other people’s experience etc.

Basically I did my initial Class 1 Medical on Monday and past all tests but because I had childhood Asthma 20+ years ago they said they have to automatically refer me for an exercise Spirometry test.

Now I have no problem doing the test but the cost of this is £345 plus £90 referral fee.

The CAA guidance indicates that this is only required if asthma is current or within the past 5 years.

I asked a local class 1 AME who said he would tend to agree with me and I also contacted one of the other AeMC and they said as long as I pass the Spirometry test on the day, which I did, I would not need a referral.

The AeMC i attended is adamant that I need to this or the case to be deferred to the CAA for review but then I also need to get all my GP notes which I am sure will not be easy.

Does anybody have any experience of this or advise on how to proceed without wasting money or too much time?

Thanks in advance.