Medicals at Multiflight

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Multiflight Flight Training Centre has its own approved medical examiner: Dr J Gerald Benjamin, who is based here at the centre at Leeds Bradford International Airport.

Dr Benjamin is rated to perform JAR Class 1 and Class 2 medical examinations (professional and private pilots), CAA and FAA medical examinations, and examinations for air traffic controllers and balloon pilots etc. He holds both fixed wing and helicopter licences, the Certificate in General Aviation Medicine and is also a part-time occupational physician.

Medicals

The Medical Examination

If you decide to start flight training, it is advisable to have your pilot medical examination performed at an early stage to confirm that you are fit. Legally, you cannot fly solo until you are in possession of a valid medical certificate. There is nothing worse than having your instructor deciding that you are ready to go solo and then finding that you have to wait to have your medical.

'I would recommend having it performed no later than after the first four hours of training,' says Dr Benjamin.

The youngest age at which you can have your pilot medical examination is fifteen years and six months – there is no upper age limit. Each examination comprises a medical questionnaire, physical examination and, if necessary according to the schedule, an ECG and/or audiogram. A urine test is always required.

You should allow between forty-five and ninety minutes for the examination. Unless there are any queries, the medical certificate is usually issued at the time of examination.

Appointments are available at the cabin next to Multiflight Flight Training Centre on Tuesday's and Wednesday's. Book four to six weeks in advance if possible.

For full details of what to take with you to your medical; information about cost; frequently asked questions relating to the medical examination, or to make an appointment online go to Dr Benjamin's website at www.aviationmedicalexaminer.co.uk.

If there is no suitable appointment available online you can make a telephone appointment – just call +44 (0) 7968 543217. If there is no reply, leave a message and Dr Benjamin's secretary will call you back.

Dr Benjamin is not authorised to perform medical assessment or sign the medical forms for the National Private Pilot's Licence (NPPL). This can only be done by the applicant's general practitioner.