Aerospace Medical Certification Subsystem (AMCS) Online Support
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 6/11/2007 - FAA MedXPress is available to all users, except ATC Specialist exams.)
- Notice Archives for the proper procedure for handling the FAA Original Copy of the 8500-8 form.
- Previous Updates for important system update information.
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)Wednesday January 9, 2008
The Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners has been updated to include information specific to Deep Venous Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism - Warfarin (Coumadin) Therapy. The information is located in the Special Issuances section under All Classes. Additionally the AME Assisted Special Issuances Certificate Coversheet has been updated.AMCS/DIWS Login
General Information for the AME
- Holiday Calendar
- Important Phone Numbers
- Limitations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Quick Tips
- System Requirements
- Highlights of System Functionality (MS PowerPoint)
- User Instruction Manual (MS Word)
- Cover Sheet for Form 8500-8 - Additional Information
- Information for Macintosh Users
- QuickCert Coversheet
- Template for Printing Certificate
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

