E3 Aviation

Aviation Pilots Basic Med

Brian

The FAA website outlines BasicMed, an alternative to a traditional medical certificate for certain pilots. To fly under BasicMed, pilots must meet specific criteria, including holding a valid U.S. driver's license and a prior medical certificate, completing a medical checklist with a state-licensed physician, and finishing an online medical education course. BasicMed allows pilots to operate smaller aircraft under specific limitations, such as passenger capacity, weight, and altitude. Certain medical conditions require a special issuance before a pilot can utilize BasicMed.