Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners
Application Process for Medical Certification - Applicant History
This section contains guidance for items on the Medical History and General Information page of FAA Form 8500-8, Application for Airman Medical Certificate.
- AME Guidance for Positive Identification of Airmen and Application Distribution Procedures
- Prior to the examination
- After the Applicant Completes the Medical History of the FAA Form 8500-8
| Item(s) | Description |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | Application For: Class of Medical Certificate Applied For |
| 3-10 | Items 3-10 on the FAA Form 8500-8 must be entered as identification. While most are self-explanatory (as indicated in the MedXPress drop-down menus next to individual items) specific instructions include: Last Name; First Name; Middle Name Social Security Number (SSN) Address and Telephone Number Date of Birth Color of Hair Color of Eyes Sex Type of Airman Certificate(s) You Hold |
| 11-12 | Occupation, Employer |
| 13 | Has Your FAA Airman Medical Certificate Ever Been Denied, Suspended, or Revoked? |
| 14-15 | Total Pilot Time |
| 16 | Date of Last FAA Medical Application |
| 17 a | Do You Currently Use Any Medication (Prescription or Nonprescription)? |
| 17 b | Do You Ever Use Near Vision Contact Lens(es) While Flying? |
| 18 | Medical History |
| 19 | Visits to Health Professional Within Last 3 Years |
| 20 | Applicant's National Driver Register and Certifying Declaration |
Last updated: Thursday, March 24, 2016