Flight Crew Medical Certification Pilot Practice Questions

A pilot is diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder. What must they do to retain their medical certification?

• AA. Provide documentation from a mental health professional
• BB. Wait for symptoms to resolve
• CC. Nothing, they can continue flying
• DD. Take medication

A pilot experiences frequent headaches. What should they do before their medical examination?

• AA. Delay the exam
• BB. Ignore it
• CC. Self-medicate
• DD. Consult a physician

If a pilot is on medication for anxiety, what must they disclose during their medical examination?

• AA. Only if asked
• BB. Always disclose
• CC. ItÕs confidential
• DD. Not at all

A pilot recently had surgery. How long must they wait to return to flying after a major surgical procedure?

• AA. 4 weeks
• BB. 6 weeks
• CC. 2 weeks
• DD. 1 week

During a medical evaluation, what specific test is often performed to assess a pilot's vision?

• AA. Color vision test
• BB. Depth perception test
• CC. All of the above
• DD. Eye chart test