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FAA Form 8500-8

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FAA Form 8500-8 — Application for Airman Medical Certificate

Report of Medical Examination

Please complete all applicable fields below. Use a ballpoint pen if printing this form by hand.

1. Application Type

2. Class of Medical Certificate Applied For

3. Last Name

First Name

Middle Name

4. Social Security Number

5. Address

Telephone Number

Citizenship

6. Date of Birth

7. Color of Hair

8. Color of Eyes

9. Sex

10. Type of Airman Certificate(s) You Hold

11. Occupation

12. Employer

13. Has Your FAA Airman Medical Certificate Ever Been Denied, Suspended, or Revoked?

14. Total Pilot Time To Date

15. Past 6 Months Pilot Time

16. Month and Year of Last FAA Medical Examination

17a. Do You Currently Use Any Medication?

Medication Details

17b. Do You Ever Use Near Vision Contact Lens(es) While Flying?

18. Medical History

19. Visits to Health Professional Within Last 3 Years

Details

20. Applicant’s Declaration

Applicant Signature

Date

Report of Medical Examination

21. Height (inches)

22. Weight (pounds)

23. Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA)

24. SODA Serial Number

25-48. Examination Items / Findings

49. Hearing

50. Distant Vision

51a. Near Vision

51b. Intermediate Vision

52. Color Vision

53. Field of Vision

55. Blood Pressure

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56. Pulse (Resting)

57. Urine Test

58. ECG Date

59. Other Tests Given

60. Comments on History and Findings

61. Applicant’s Name

62. Has Been Issued

63. Disqualifying Defects

64. Medical Examiner’s Declaration

Date of Examination

Aviation Medical Examiner’s Name

Aviation Medical Examiner’s Signature

AME Serial Number

AME Telephone

City

State

Zip Code

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What FAA Form 8500-8 Is and when it matters

The FAA Form 8500-8, Application for Airman Medical Certificate, is the official federal form used to document a pilot's medical history and examination results for issuance of FAA medical certificates. Completed by an applicant and the Aviation Medical Examiner (AME), the form records personal identification, medical history, medications, examination findings, and the AME's certification. FAA medical certificates determine fitness to operate aircraft under Part 67 of the Federal Aviation Regulations; accurate completion is required for initial and recurrent medicals and for special issuance reviews.

Why accurate completion matters

Completing FAA Form 8500-8 accurately ensures an applicant's medical fitness is properly evaluated, reduces processing delays, and documents conditions that may require special issuance. Accurate records support safety and regulatory compliance under FAA medical standards.

Why accurate completion matters

Primary users and stakeholders

Primary users include airmen completing or renewing medical certificates, Aviation Medical Examiners (AMEs), and aviation employers.

  • Private and recreational pilots needing initial or recurrent medical certification.
  • Aviation Medical Examiners who complete, sign, and submit medical evaluations.
  • Air carriers, flight instructors, and flight schools verifying pilot medical status for operations.

Keep a copy for your records and share completed copies with employers or AMEs as required for operational compliance.

Who typically fills and signs this form

Private Pilot

A private pilot applying for an initial or recurrent medical certificate. They must disclose full medical history, current medications, and prior diagnoses; errors or omissions can delay issuance or trigger special-issuance processes with the FAA.

Aviation Medical Examiner

An FAA-authorized AME who examines the applicant, documents findings, and signs the form. The AME certifies fitness or refers cases for special issuance review, and retains records per FAA guidance and applicable medical privacy laws.

Security, privacy, and compliance for handling the form

Encryption in transit: TLS 1.2/1.3 transport encryption
Encryption at rest: AES-256 encrypted storage
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
HIPAA support: HIPAA-compliant (BAA available)
Audit trail: Complete signing and access logs
FDA / 21 CFR: 21 CFR Part 11 capabilities available

Key legal and operational risks

Deliberate falsification: Criminal charges possible
Incomplete disclosure: Certification delays likely
Unsigned pages: Application considered invalid
Identity mismatch: Processing and verification failures
Privacy breach: HIPAA or state exposure risk
Failure to follow AME: May trigger special issuance

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to list current prescription and over-the-counter medications which may prompt AME follow-up and delay certification.
  • Providing inconsistent name or date-of-birth information that causes identity verification failures and slows processing.
  • Leaving required medical-history sections blank or answering ambiguously, leading to referrals for additional testing or FAA review.
  • Submitting unsigned or undated signature blocks which AMEs or employers will reject as incomplete documentation.

Step-by-step: completing FAA Form 8500-8

Follow these steps to prepare, complete, and submit FAA Form 8500-8 with an Aviation Medical Examiner to minimize delays.

  • 01
    Schedule Exam: Book an appointment with an FAA-authorized AME.
  • 02
    Complete Form: Fill applicant sections clearly before the exam.
  • 03
    AME Exam: AME documents findings, signs, and dates the form.
  • 04
    Submission: AME forwards results to FAA or retains per guidance.

How to set up an online completion workflow

If using an electronic platform, configure fields and routing so applicants fill their sections before the AME signs and archives the final record.

Field Configuration
Upload PDF Use a fillable PDF or upload the form as a document.
Add Signature Fields Place separate signer fields for applicant and AME.
Assign Signers Set signer order: applicant first, AME second.
Authentication Enable email or SMS verification for signer identity.

Typical electronic submission flow

An efficient digital flow organizes input, signer order, and secure delivery so the AME can certify and preserve the record.

  • Prepare: Upload the form and pre-fill applicant fields.
  • Place Fields: Add signature, date, and text fields for AME.
  • Send to AME: Route the form to the AME for verification and signing.
  • Archive: Save signed copy with audit trail and secure storage.

Digital platform considerations for FAA Form 8500-8

Choose a platform that supports secure PDF handling, signer authentication, and audit trails aligned with medical privacy obligations.

  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace support
  • File formats: PDF and DOCX import/export
  • Authentication: Email, SMS code, or advanced methods

Timing and processing expectations

Timeframes vary by case. Use the guidance below to set expectations for routine exams, special issuance, and renewal scheduling.

Appointment scheduling:

Schedule in advance; AME availability varies by location.

Immediate issuance:

If qualified, AME can issue certificate at exam completion.

Special issuance review:

FAA review for conditions may take several weeks.

Reexamination intervals:

Follow FAA medical class-specific renewal cadence.

Employer reporting:

Employers should confirm current certificate prior to flight duties.

Key milestones from preparation to certification

Track these sequential milestones to avoid gaps in medical qualification and to document each step for compliance.

01

Pre-Exam Preparation

Applicant completes personal sections and gathers records.

02

Medical Examination

AME performs exam and documents findings on the form.

03

Certification Decision

AME issues certificate or refers to FAA for review.

04

Record Retention

Signed form and logs are archived per policy.

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Frequently asked questions about FAA Form 8500-8

Answers to common questions applicants and AMEs raise when preparing, signing, or submitting FAA Form 8500-8.


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