Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners
Application Process for Medical Certification

Appeals Information

General Information - Airman Appeals
Request for Reconsideration

Federal Air Surgeon

ATTN: Manager, Aerospace Medical Certification Division, AAM-331

Civil Aerospace Medical Institute

Federal Aviation Administration

P.O. Box 26200

Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0080

The AMCD will provide initial reconsideration. Some cases may be referred to the appropriate RFS for action. If the AMCD, or a RFS finds that the applicant is not qualified, the applicant is denied and advised of further reconsideration and appeal procedures. These may include reconsideration by the Federal Air Surgeon and/or petition for National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) review.

Other Sections Relevant to Airmen Medical Appeals:

• Authorization for Special Issuance of a Medical Certificate (Authorization)
• Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA)
• National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)