To train as a pilot you must undergo an aviation
medical examination. These are “general” medicals
and anyone with good general health should have no trouble passing. The
tests include an ECG (for the heart), an audio test and an eye test
(note: wearing glasses/contact lenses does NOT prevent you from passing
this medical. Your eyesight would need to be very poor before it
becomes a problem). For details contact your us, or even better, your
nearest aviation medical examiner.
If you are studying for the Commercial Pilot Licence
you will need a Class 1 Aviation Medical. If you are ONLY studying for
the Private Pilot Licence then a Class 2 aviation medical is all you
need.
Whilst the aviation medical can be done after arrival
in Australia, it is always advisable to do it before you depart if
there is an approved examiner not too far away from you. There are a
number of doctors overseas who are approved by the Australian CASA
(Civil Aviation Safety Authority) to conduct these examinations. Click here to view CASA's list of approved doctors.
Please note:
1. Before you undertake your aviation medical you must apply to CASA
for an ARN (Aviation Reference Number). Once you have your ARN you can then book
your aviation medical - don't forget to take your ARN with you.
You will need complete an application form (Form 1162) - Download here You should forward the form, together with a
clear and legible copy of one piece of identification to CLARC. You can forward
these papers by:
a. Scan and email as a jpeg file to
clarc@casa.gov.au
OR
b. Fax to +61 2 6217 1899
OR
c. Mail to: CLARC, CASA, GPO Box 2005, Canberra ACT 2601
Australia
2. When you return home to convert your licence you will need to pass
a local aviation medical. You can contact your local Civil Aviation Authority
(or equivalent) to find out more
