📘14 CFR §67.3 – Issue, Renewal, or Denial of Medical Certificates

🚩 Overview

Medical certificates ensure pilots meet specific health standards essential for safe flight operations. FAA regulations detail the criteria and procedures for issuing, renewing, or denying these certificates.

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✅ Key Requirements and Procedures

🩺 1. Eligibility and Application

• Medical certificates (First, Second, and Third Class) are issued upon meeting specific medical standards detailed in Part 67.

• Pilots must apply through an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME).

📅 2. Renewal of Medical Certificates

• Pilots must renew medical certificates periodically:

  • First-Class Medical: Every 12 months (under age 40), every 6 months (age 40 and older).

  • Second-Class Medical: Every 12 months regardless of age.

  • Third-Class Medical: Every 60 months (under age 40), every 24 months (age 40 and older).

⚠️ 3. Denial of Medical Certificates

• Certificates may be denied if the applicant does not meet established medical standards.

• Applicants denied medical certification have the right to appeal or request reconsideration, including Special Issuance (see §67.401).

📑 4. Reporting and Documentation

• All medical conditions and histories must be accurately and fully disclosed on FAA Form 8500-8.

• Providing false or intentionally misleading information can result in severe penalties.

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🛩️ Example Scenario

You're applying for your First-Class medical certificate renewal. You visit your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME), complete FAA Form 8500-8 truthfully, and pass your medical exam. The AME then issues or renews your medical certificate based on FAA medical standards. If denied, you can pursue reconsideration or special issuance.

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📌 CFI Pro Tips

• Medical Preparation: Teach students to prepare carefully for medical exams by understanding disqualifying conditions and ensuring complete, accurate reporting.

• Understanding Appeals: Inform students about their rights to appeal or seek special issuance if a medical certificate is denied.

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📚 Further Reading and Official References

• 14 CFR §67.3 (Full FAA Regulation): https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-67/subpart-A/section-67.3

• FAA Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners (AME): https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame

• FAA MedXPress – Online Medical Application: https://medxpress.faa.gov