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Form FAA 8700-2 - Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist (BasicMed)

Document Information

Number
FAA 8700-2
Title
Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist (BasicMed)
Status
Active
Edition date
2017-04-24
Orientation
Portrait
Unit of issue
EA
Office of Primary Responsibility
AFS-800
Description

This form is to be used by individuals seeking to operate certain small aircraft in accordance with Chapter 14 of Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), Section 61.113(i). This rule (BasicMed) allows pilots to use this checklist, and other requirements, in lieu of holding third-class FAA Airman Medical Certificate. Under BasicMed, an individual may only act as pilot-in-command (PIC) of an aircraft that is authorized to carry not more than 6 occupants, and that has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than 6,000 pounds. The examination section of the checklist may only be completed by a state-licensed physician.

Contact information
9-AFS-800-Correspondence@faa.gov
202-267-1100
Content
  • 8700-2 (PDF)

    OMB Ctrl No. 2120-0770 expiration date extended to 06/30/2026