Pilot Aviation FAQ

Airline-track pilots normally need the highest medical standard required by their licensing authority before they can exercise airline transport or commercial pilot privileges.

1. EASA route: Airline pilot training candidates commonly need a Class 1 medical for professional flight crew privileges.
2. FAA route: Airline transport pilot privileges are associated with first-class medical standards, with application handled through FAA medical certification processes.
3. Before training: Many candidates complete the initial medical early, because a limiting medical result can change the training plan or budget decision.

The exact certificate, validity period and renewal process can differ by age, licence and authority. Use the authority rule as the source of truth, not a generic training advert.