Aviation Medicals


Dr James Oliver is an approved AME (Aviation Medical Examiner) for the Hong Kong, Australian and Canadian aviation authorities.


Medical test requirements for pilots vary depending on the following factors:


  • Country of application
  • Age
  • Class of renewal
  • Status – renewal or initial issue

Below is a brief guideline, however, should you be in any doubt please e-mail Dr Oliver for clarification on: droliver@islandhealth.com.hk


Test Age Guideline
Physical Examination – includes urine check All Annually
Visual Acuity All Annually
Electrocardiogram (ECG)

At initial issue
30 – 49 years

50 years or over

Every 2 years
Annually
Audiogram

At initial issue
Under 40 years
40 years + over

Every 5 years

Every 2 years
Blood cholesterol test

Australian Medical

Usually every 5 years		 This requires fasting – no carbohydrates for 8 hours prior to test

Please note:

CAD requires pilots with high myopias (6/60 or worse) submit an ophthalmic report every 5 years. This must be done by an ophthalmologist.


Please allow around one hour for the medical to be completed.