Medical requirements

Pilots in Singapore need to obtain an Aviation Medical Certificate (AMC) to qualify for different flight crew and air traffic controller licenses. The specific class of medical certificate required depends on the type of license being applied for, with separate requirements for classes based on the severity and nature of medical fitness. Pilots must also submit relevant documents at medical examinations, pay applicable fees, and can expect their applications to be processed within a limited timeframe.

Key points

• Pilots must have a valid Aviation Medical Certificate for their specific license class.
• Class 1, 2, and 3 certificates are required for different types of pilot and air traffic controller licenses.
• Documents such as reports from medical examinations must be recent for them to be valid.
• Application fees for AMCs are non-refundable and paid upon submission.
• Evaluation of AMC applications typically takes around 10 working days.

*Plain-English summary of Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore guidance — always consult the official source (linked above) for current, authoritative requirements.*