CASA Class one renewal age related tests

[TurboProp2120]

I am about to renew my class one medical and have noticed on the MRS that it requires another Ophthalmology test, however I only had my initial last year which required an Ophthalmology report. (And they aren't exactly cheap either) :eek:

I have since turned 25 and thought it may be an age related test, however 'Special Tests' the chart on the CASA website (https://www.casa.gov.au/files/avmedreferencechart2png-0) says that eye is not required for age 25 renewal.

Just wondering if anyone can provide any guidance on this. Am I missing something or is it an MRS issue?

Cheers,

[VH-MLE]

Hi, I had a similar situation several years ago when I was required to undertake an ophthalmology assessment at about 56. I failed it due colour blindness but then found out later that no such assessment was required. The "efficient" CLARC girl said that all DAMES should know of this error.

I would therefore email CASA's aviation medicine department and get this confirmed.

Good luck...

[TurboProp2120]

VH-MLE - Thanks for that advice. I have called them and they advised that the ophthalmology report was not entered correctly from my initial so the fixed it up, and now not required. :ok:

10 points to CASA for answering the phone and fixing it up within 2 minutes :D

[VH-MLE]

Goodo, pleased to hear it. Just the same, I would always recommend email i.e. a paper trail rather than phone...