EASA Class 1 aeromedical examination

Do you fly commercially, or do you plan to? Then you need an EASA Class 1 medical certificate. This certificate is required for holders of a CPL, MPL or ATPL and confirms that you are medically fit to fly safely.

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EASA Class 1 fees

All fees exclude 21% VAT.

Initial examination

€615

excl. eye examination and laboratory CDT test

More about the initial examination

The tests:

  • height and weight measurement
  • urine test
  • blood pressure measurement
  • visual acuity test
  • lensometry (measuring your glasses)
  • ENT examination
  • physical examination
  • haemoglobin test
  • lipid and glucose test
  • mental health check
  • alcohol and drug screening
  • comprehensive eye examination by an optometrist
  • audiometry
  • ECG
  • spirometry
  • tonometry
  • tympanometry
  • perimetry

Revalidation/renewal

€220

More about revalidation/renewal

The basic tests:

  • height and weight measurement
  • urine test
  • blood pressure measurement
  • visual acuity test
  • lensometry (measuring your glasses)
  • ENT examination
  • physical examination
  • haemoglobin test
  • mental health check

Additional tests if required:

  • audiometry
  • ECG
  • spirometry
  • tonometry
  • lipid test
  • alcohol and drug screening

10% discount for flying club members

Members of an affiliated flying club receive a 10% discount on all aeromedical examinations.

Important details

  • Preparation: you may eat and drink
  • Medical condition? Contact us beforehand for advice on the documentation you need.
  • Additional costs: €125 per hour (excl. VAT) if extra work is needed after the examination.

How does the examination work?

  1. Check-in & identification

    On arrival, we check your ID and scan your existing certificates (if applicable).

  2. Medical history

    You fill in a digital questionnaire.

  3. Tests

    Including the required tests, such as an ECG, an audiogram and, if needed, an additional eye examination.

  4. Physical examination

    Our certified AME (Aeromedical Examiner) carries out a thorough medical check.

  5. Assessment & certification

    At a revalidation or renewal examination with no medical findings, you receive your certificate straight away. For an initial examination, the result takes about 8 working days.

Types of examination

1. Initial Class 1 examination (first examination)

Is this your first medical examination for a commercial pilot licence? Then you will undergo a comprehensive medical assessment.

  • Duration: approx. 4–5 hours
  • Tests: comprehensive eye examination (carried out externally), ECG, audiogram, spirometry, blood tests, urine test, eardrum assessment, visual field test and a comprehensive medical evaluation by the doctor
  • Result: within 8 working days (because of the laboratory tests)

2. Class 1 revalidation/renewal (extending your certificate)

Pilots with an existing Class 1 certificate must undergo a revalidation or renewal examination periodically to confirm their medical fitness.

  • Duration: approx. 1.5–2 hours
  • Tests: basic medical check (supplemented if necessary)
  • Result: immediately after you are assessed as fit, provided there are no medical findings

Ready to request your examination?

Request your appointment online; for revalidations you can often be seen within a few days. Any questions? Call us on +31 (0)85 022 0118.