Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners
Application Process for Medical Certification
Before logging on, please check System Alerts and Important Notices.- System Alerts (Monday May 5, 2008, New AMCS password requirements are in effect)
- Important Notices (Posted 5/23/2008 - Guidance concerning the use of Chantix.)
- Notice Archives for the proper procedure for handling the FAA Original Copy of the 8500-8 form.
- Previous Updates for important system update information.
Friday May 23, 2008
Recent warnings from the FDA have identified emerging evidence of psychiatric disorders and side effects that could adversely affect flying safety; therefore, the use of Chantix is no longer acceptable for aeromedical certification purposes.Options for applicants using Chantix:
- Discontinue Chantix. You must be off the medication for at least 72 hours prior to resuming flying. Please provide us with a statement regarding the date the medication was discontinued.
- Continue to use Chantix. You must stop flying. Exercising the privileges of your medical would be in violation of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR’s), Section 61.53, Operation During Physical Deficiency. You must provide us with a statement should you elect to remain on this medication.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
The ability to print Airman Medical or Airman Medical and Student Pilot Certificates will be available through AMCS on May 28, 2008. AMEs will receive further notification through the AMCS Message page on May 14, 2008.Information and Instructions for printing certificates through AMCS (PDF)
Monday, May 5, 2008
AMCS password requirements (Information related to new AMCS password requirements)Monday, April 28, 2008
Effective immediately, and until further notice, the AMCS/DIWS database will be unavailable for use between 10:00 - 11:00 pm CDT each night in order to complete a full backup of the database. You will not be able to view or submit exam information during this time.Wednesday February 20, 2008
Guidance for Item 17a of FAA Form 8500-8 (MS Word)AMCS/DIWS Login
General Information for the AME
- Holiday Calendar
- Important Phone Numbers
- Limitations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Quick Tips
- System Requirements
- Cover Sheet for Form 8500-8 - Additional Information
- Highlights of System Functionality (MS PowerPoint)
- Information for Macintosh Users
- Medical Forms and Stationary Requisition
- QuickCert Coversheet
- Template for Printing Certificate
- User Instruction Manual (MS Word)
If you have any questions or problems regarding electronic submission of the FAA Form 8500-8, please contact us at:
- Phone: (405) 954-3238
- FAX: (405) 954-3917
- email AMCS Support
