DAME (DAME2) recommendation in Melbourne
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DAME (DAME2) recommendation in Melbourne
I have an RPC and looking to move into the GA world to get my PPL so I'll need to get a Class 2 medical done within the next couple of weeks before I start this training.
I haven't had one before but I'm relatively fit and healthy with no known conditions so I don't expect it to be a big deal. My understanding for a Class 2 is that the only requirement is just the assessment with no other tests (e.g. blood work, hearing test etc) mandated unless the doc is not content with the general assessment.
Assuming I don't need to do further tests, what should this medical cost these days and can anyone recommend a reasonable DAME in Melbourne. Ideally a DAME2 that can give the Class 2 on the spot - I understand CASA is taking weeks/months at the moment to issue these.
I haven't had one before but I'm relatively fit and healthy with no known conditions so I don't expect it to be a big deal. My understanding for a Class 2 is that the only requirement is just the assessment with no other tests (e.g. blood work, hearing test etc) mandated unless the doc is not content with the general assessment.
Assuming I don't need to do further tests, what should this medical cost these days and can anyone recommend a reasonable DAME in Melbourne. Ideally a DAME2 that can give the Class 2 on the spot - I understand CASA is taking weeks/months at the moment to issue these.
Google CASA DAME and the list comes up.
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Do you NEED the full class 2? What endorsements do you have and what weight aircraft will you be flying?
If you are fit and healthy, your GP can do the Class 2 basic very easily.
If you are fit and healthy, your GP can do the Class 2 basic very easily.
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I don't know if my thought process makes sense or whether I shouldn't even bother with a full class 2 until I actually need it - even if by then I'll have to renew in 2 years.
Maybe get the full one this one last time… that makes sense as the GP one is far from free.
Positive experience ? you are either fit to pass or not ..
Cheapest DAME is the one closest to you.
Cheapest DAME is the one closest to you.
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haviator, disregard this clueless comment. You do have to be careful who you see these days, there are zealots amongst the DAME community. Unfortunately the fellow I would recommend has recently retired. Umair out at Gisborne was good, dunno if he's still doing it. Also, be extremely careful with the questions you answer on the online portion of the medical process. Misunderstanding what's being asked can have consequences.
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Yeah that's a good point. I haven't had a full physical before, ever. Hell, I haven't personally been to a GP for at least 15 years - fortunately I've had no real need to see a GP. I guess getting a thorough check up may not be a bad thing.
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For those playing at home, just got my Class 2 done by a DAME who issued it on the spot. It was a relatively simple and straight forward process and cost me $150+GST.
Had initially called other clinics and some wanted to charge $300+ for what ended up being a 20-30min examination. Doctor was easy to deal with and he said he'd done 4 other medicals today before me. Would definitely go back to see him in 4 years - hopefully he's still around.
I had called up a couple of doctors that were recommended on here (Dr Nick Page and Dr Vince Galteiri) but both have retired recently.
Had initially called other clinics and some wanted to charge $300+ for what ended up being a 20-30min examination. Doctor was easy to deal with and he said he'd done 4 other medicals today before me. Would definitely go back to see him in 4 years - hopefully he's still around.
I had called up a couple of doctors that were recommended on here (Dr Nick Page and Dr Vince Galteiri) but both have retired recently.
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