A class 1 medical is the first step to becoming a commercial pilot
What is a UK CAA Class 1 Medical?
The UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) Class 1 Medical Certificate is essential for pilots in the United Kingdom who wish to fly commercially under licences such as a Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL) and Airline Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL) – a commercial licence is required for those who fly for gain. This certification ensures pilots are medically fit for flying duties. Gaining a Class 1 Medical happens in two parts. The first part is called an initial medical, and this can only be conducted by an Aeromedical Centre (AMC) there is one in Birmingham and London. After you get your initial medical you can get a renewal carried out be any Class 1-rated AME. We can carry out Class 1 Renewals, we are applying to become an Aeromedical Centre, but this will take some time. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know.
What is a EASA Class 1 Medical?
The EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) Class 1 Medical Certificate fulfils the same purpose at the UK CAA medical for aspiring professional pilots within Europe. This certification process includes comprehensive health checks to ensure pilots are capable of safely operating an aircraft. The criteria cover vision, hearing, a general physical examination, heart rhythm analysis, lung function tests, neurological assessments, and potentially blood and urine tests, along with an ECG. Like the UK CAA Class 1 Medical, it must be obtained from authorized aviation medical examiners at approved centers, with regular renewals required to maintain the certification’s validity.
FAA Medicals
Similar to EASA and UK CAA, FAA is the American version of the medical standards. We are in the process of applying to carry out FAA medicals at GAP Clinic. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know when we are offering this service.
Which Medical Do I Need?
The medical you require depends on who is regulating you – it’s usually where your airline or company is based. For instance, if you are flying for Jet2 who are based in the UK, you will usually need a UK Class 1 Medical as they are regulated by the UK CAA. If you are flying with Ryanair, whose base is in Ireland and therefore regulated by EASA, you will need an EASA Class 1 Medical. You can hold both CAA & EASA medicals at once, this is something we are seeing an increasing number of our pilots doing. If you are unsure who regulates you and your company just ask and they will be able to let you know.
Initial Medicals & Renewals
Initial Medical
Unfortunately, we cannot undertake Class 1 initial medicals as these need to be undertaken at an Aeromedical Centre (AMC).
Renewal
We offer candidates revalidation and renewal of Class 1 medical certifications. All class 1 medical renewals are undertaken by our Aeromedical Examiner (AME) Dr Wallis.
CAA Registration
You MUST register on the CAA’s online portal (Cellma) and fill out the application before your preferred appointment date for us to proceed with a UK CAA medical.
Comprehensive guidelines are provided here:
About eLicensing | UK Civil Aviation Authority (caa.co.uk).
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Phone
0178 933 0518
Address
The Medical Centre, 1 Woodland Drive, Great Alne Park, Warwickshire, B49 6FP
Opening Times
Monday – Friday: 0900-1700
Saturday: 0900-1300
Directions
Our private clinic is located in Great Alne, near Alcester, and is easily accessible from the A435, A46 and A422, as well as the M40 & M5 motorways. Due to its great location, GAP Clinic serves local patients and patients from Worcester, Coventry, Gloucester and Birmingham.
