New FAA First-Class Medical Requirements A Guide to Medical Certification Updates for International Pilots in 2024
By Riley QuinnSenior Travel Editor, Mighty Travels1 min read
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FAA Medical Certificate Changes for Pilots Over 40 Now Require Monthly ECG Monitoring
New Continuous Glucose Monitoring Requirements for First-Class Medical Certification
Updated Color Vision Testing Standards and Protocol Modifications
Mental Health Assessment Changes for International Flight Crews
Policy Updates for Coronary Heart Disease Screening in Aviation Medical Exams
Digital Documentation System Launch for Medical Certificate Applications
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