CAA/JAA Aviation Medical & related issues
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: London, UK
Medical 1 Discrimination?
Hi there fellow wannabes,
As we all know we need to pass our Class 1 Medical in order to become professionals. So, recently I invested in a proper Medical examination at the CAA. Everything seem to be just fine, but unfortunately I had failed. The reason: I had non-hodgkin lymphoma 20 years ago! Just because it stands in the protocol of the CAA (as the AME told me) I will be disqualified, disregarding the fact that I have been cured twenty years ago and the chance of me getting it will be just as big as any other healthy person. I have been advised to appeal for this matter, and as you can imagine, I will certainly do so! However, I'd like to get some ideas of what to do exactly and hear any suggestions on what my best way of acting in this matter would be. Are their any other wannabes that feel discriminated against, or are there any professionals that have gone through a similar situation? Your response would be much appreciated!
As we all know we need to pass our Class 1 Medical in order to become professionals. So, recently I invested in a proper Medical examination at the CAA. Everything seem to be just fine, but unfortunately I had failed. The reason: I had non-hodgkin lymphoma 20 years ago! Just because it stands in the protocol of the CAA (as the AME told me) I will be disqualified, disregarding the fact that I have been cured twenty years ago and the chance of me getting it will be just as big as any other healthy person. I have been advised to appeal for this matter, and as you can imagine, I will certainly do so! However, I'd like to get some ideas of what to do exactly and hear any suggestions on what my best way of acting in this matter would be. Are their any other wannabes that feel discriminated against, or are there any professionals that have gone through a similar situation? Your response would be much appreciated!
Joined: Jun 1999
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From: In the SIM
JAR Class 1 Medical Renewal
Guys,
My class 1 medical is coming up for renewal. I have just been surfing the SRG website but cannot source the information I require, anyone know the precise procedure in renewing a class 1 medical?
I seem to recall you can get a CAA approved doc to do it for about 100 quid? For christ sake, please do not tell me I have to part with 400 nuggets again! <img src="eek.gif" border="0">
Please advise,
Thanks
CAT3C
My class 1 medical is coming up for renewal. I have just been surfing the SRG website but cannot source the information I require, anyone know the precise procedure in renewing a class 1 medical?
I seem to recall you can get a CAA approved doc to do it for about 100 quid? For christ sake, please do not tell me I have to part with 400 nuggets again! <img src="eek.gif" border="0">
Please advise,
Thanks
CAT3C
Dancing with the devil, going with the flow... it's all a game to me.
Joined: May 2000
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From: England
Hi mate,
Nah, you don't need to part with anything more than £100. Shop around as prices vary from doc to doc. Know a cheap one near me if you're interested, not far from Duxford....ideal excuse to wangle a trip to the museum huh? <img src="wink.gif" border="0">
All the best.
Nah, you don't need to part with anything more than £100. Shop around as prices vary from doc to doc. Know a cheap one near me if you're interested, not far from Duxford....ideal excuse to wangle a trip to the museum huh? <img src="wink.gif" border="0">
All the best.
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: UK Manchester
havent the regualations change too the JAA-FCL licensing requirements or does the uk still have their own. correct me if i am wrong. if you want some advice if you go too <a href="http://www.caa.co.uk" target="_blank">www.caa.co.uk</a> and then too seftey regulations left hans side then click medical requirments it tells you the most general stuff. if you want the new JAA-FCL regulations can be obtained from <a href="http://www.rapidoc.com" target="_blank">www.rapidoc.com</a> but r expensive under JAA-FCL 3
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: England
WANNABAPILOT.
You can have a class1 and suffer with asthma.It really depends how bad it is.I have a class1 and suffered when i was a kid and sometimes when i get the flu but not too much.
Tell the CAA when you apply and they do your beathing test,then get you to run around their carpark until you are ready to collapse.(A nurse watches you by the way)Then they do the test again and compare the two.Don`t know what the limits are though?.
All I can add to this is be straight with them in the beginning and write down any perscribed drugs you may be on,the one i`m on i can`t even pronounce!.
So now you only have to wait for someone to pipe in with the,`If you do you won`t get employed anyhow`,lame quote and that should do it.Bear in mind the people who quote that are just pissed cose they can`t fly properly even when they can breath OK.Good Luck.
You can have a class1 and suffer with asthma.It really depends how bad it is.I have a class1 and suffered when i was a kid and sometimes when i get the flu but not too much.
Tell the CAA when you apply and they do your beathing test,then get you to run around their carpark until you are ready to collapse.(A nurse watches you by the way)Then they do the test again and compare the two.Don`t know what the limits are though?.
All I can add to this is be straight with them in the beginning and write down any perscribed drugs you may be on,the one i`m on i can`t even pronounce!.
So now you only have to wait for someone to pipe in with the,`If you do you won`t get employed anyhow`,lame quote and that should do it.Bear in mind the people who quote that are just pissed cose they can`t fly properly even when they can breath OK.Good Luck.
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: United States Of Scotland
New Medical Needed
Hi guys, just wondering what the rules are at the moment. My old Class 3 medical has run out and as such I need a new one. Which one do I need now as I understand the numbers have changed slightly. I dont intend getting an ATPL so theres no point in going to Gatwick for the full Class 1.
Finally, what sort of money are the chaps in white coats charging for the medical??
Thanks and Regards
DA
Finally, what sort of money are the chaps in white coats charging for the medical??
Thanks and Regards
DA
Joined: Jul 2001
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From: UK
Class 1 medical
This is a very obvious thing to say but.. make sure you have passed your Class 1 medical before thinking to seriously about any ATPL training. I had visited the schools, secured the funding and was all revved up and ready to resign from my current city job when completely unexpectedly I failed the Class 1 on a minor mid frequency hearing loss that I had no idea I had. It's not serious enough to even notice in normal life but enough to fail the medical... so looks like I'll always be a Wannabe !
Joined: Nov 2001
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From: london
Just another note-this one sounds REALLY silly, but as I don't know, I'll ask. Where in London can I get my CAA First class medical done from?? I used to go to this guy in Earls Court for my FAA ones, and I know he does the CAA one too, but I'm not sure if I have to go to Gatwick to do anything. Seems like you have to go to Gatwich to do almost everything! Someone fill me in please. Thanks.
Joined: Apr 2001
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From: LONDON
If this is your first CAA Class one then I think it HAS to be Gatwick. There after you can go and see your local CAA approved Doctor.
KP - Sorry To hear your news !
Is there any appeal at all ?????
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KP - Sorry To hear your news !
Is there any appeal at all ?????
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Joined: Aug 2001
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From: UK
KP,
I'm sorry about that. What did the doctor say? Did he think it was the result of some induced damage such as loud music or were you born with the hearing defect? I'm not a medical doctor, but perhaps you just had an ear infection on the day?
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I'm sorry about that. What did the doctor say? Did he think it was the result of some induced damage such as loud music or were you born with the hearing defect? I'm not a medical doctor, but perhaps you just had an ear infection on the day?
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Joined: Nov 2001
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From: london
OK-this is my first medical that I'm going to go for, so I take it I HAVE to go to Gatwick. Can someone please confirm this. How do I go about getting a date for the medical? Any ideas/phone numbers I can call to get this arranged. Anyone have a clue about the costs involved. Will it take 30 mins or a whole day? All responces appreciated. Thanks.
Joined: Aug 2001
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From: UK
You have to go to Gatwick (Aviation House) for the initial Class 1 medical. The cost is £400. The whole medical takes around half a day. To arrange the medical contact the CAA. Not sure about the phone number but it will be on their website. The waiting list for a Class 1 can vary but usually waiting times are around 1 to 2 months.
Hope this helps,
ST.
Hope this helps,
ST.