FAA Medical information and resources
This information was last update 10/2022. We wanted to consolidate the information out there to help pilots find the resources they need for their medicals. If anything looks out of date or wrong, please contact the Madison Airport so we can change it. All information below is for reference purposes only.
When do I need an faa medical?
Depending on which Pilot Certificate you want to hold or the privileges you wish to exercise, you will need either a First, Second, or Third Class medical. For Private Pilot and Instrument, you will only need a Second or Third Class.
You do not need your medical to start flight training, however, you will need it prior to your first solo. We recommend consulting with an FAA Air Medical Examiner before beginning flight training, especially if you feel there may be conditions that could disqualify you from getting a medical. Please remember to get a CONSULTATION if you think there may be an issue.
You do not need your medical to start flight training, however, you will need it prior to your first solo. We recommend consulting with an FAA Air Medical Examiner before beginning flight training, especially if you feel there may be conditions that could disqualify you from getting a medical. Please remember to get a CONSULTATION if you think there may be an issue.
How long is my medical good for?
What is basic med and how do i apply?
BasicMed is an alternate way for pilots to fly without holding an FAA medical certificate as long as they meet certain requirements. It should be noted that you cannot get BasicMed without first holding an FAA medical or have held an FAA medical after July 14, 2006.
What do I need to do to fly under BasicMed?
- Comply with the general BasicMed requirements (possess a U.S. driver's license, have held a medical after July 14, 2006).
- Get a physical exam with a state-licensed physician, using the Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist
- Complete a BasicMed medical education course;
- Go fly!
- Any aircraft authorized under federal law to carry not more than 6 occupants
- Has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than 6,000 pounds
- Carries not more than five passengers
- Operates under VFR or IFR, within the United States, at less than 18,000 feet MSL, not exceeding 250 knots.
- Flight not operated for compensation or hire
- A mental health disorder, limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis of--
- A personality disorder that is severe enough to have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts;
- A psychosis, defined as a case in which an individual --
- Has manifested delusions, hallucinations, grossly bizarre or disorganized behavior, or other commonly accepted symptoms of psychosis; or
- May reasonably be expected to manifest delusions, hallucinations, grossly bizarre or disorganized behavior, or other commonly accepted symptoms of psychosis;
- A bipolar disorder; or
- A substance dependence within the previous 2 years, as defined in §67.307(a)(4) of 14 Code of Federal Regulations
- A neurological disorder, limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis of any of the following:
- Epilepsy;
- Disturbance of consciousness without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause; or
- A transient loss of control of nervous system functions without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause.
- A cardiovascular condition, limited to a one-time special issuance for each diagnosis of the following:
- Myocardial infarction;
- Coronary heart disease that has required treatment;
- Cardiac valve replacement; or
- Heart replacement.
A complete guide for the BasicMed can be found HERE
air medical examiner (ame) locations
Below is a list of Air Medical Examiners in the area around Madison, Indiana.
If you wish to find an AME elsewhere, you can use the FAA Designee Locator HERE.
If you wish to find an AME elsewhere, you can use the FAA Designee Locator HERE.
Air Medical Examiners located in Southern Indiana
Designee Name |
Phone Number |
Address |
City |
State |
Jeffrey Morgan |
(812) 883-2696 |
104 CONNIE AVE STE 108 |
Salem |
Indiana |
Air Medical Examiners located in Louisville, KY
Disgnee |
Phone Number |
Address |
City |
State |
Melissa Barrett |
(502) 893-8750 |
4003 Kresge Way Suite 410 |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
James W Bosler |
(502) 214-8102 |
7410 New LaGrange Rd |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
Eliot Thompson |
(502) 895-0524 |
6400 Dutchmans Parkway, #15 |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
Jason Lewis |
(502) 855-3919 |
222 South 1st Street Suite 300 |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
David Hiestand |
(502) 292-7248 |
2700 Gast Blvd |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
Cynthia Mahin |
(502) 893-8750 |
4003 Kresge Way |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
Jeffery Allen |
(502) 899-6405 |
1000 Dupont Road |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
Michael Wells |
(502) 893-7462 |
4003 Kresge Way Suite 410 |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
* Please let us know if any of these names or addresses change so we can keep this updated!
what is medexpress and how to use it
The FAA MedXPress system allows anyone requesting an FAA Medical Clearance or Medical Certificate to electronically complete an application. Information entered into MedXPress is available to your FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) for review at the time of your medical examination.
You can sign up or log in to MedXPress at https://medxpress.faa.gov/medxpress/
You can sign up or log in to MedXPress at https://medxpress.faa.gov/medxpress/