Who takes a Class 3 flight physical?

• A. Rated aviators, flight surgeons, APAs and AMNPs
• B. Non-rated crew members (flight medics, Aeromed psychologists, flight engineers, crew chiefs, stewards, door gunners)
• C. Air Traffic controllers, UAV Operators
• D. Annual FDME for DAC and ATC personnel

Answer: (B)

Class 3 flight physicals are aimed at personnel who operate in the flight environment but are not rated aviators. This includes roles like flight medics, Aeromed psychologists, flight engineers, crew chiefs, stewards, and door gunners. They need to be medically fit to perform duties around or on aircraft, ensuring safety in the aviation setting, but the requirements are less extensive than for pilots or other fully qualified aircrew who require higher-level medical clearances.

Other groups, such as rated aviators, flight surgeons, APAs and AMNPs, typically require more comprehensive examinations tied to their piloting or clinical qualifications. Air traffic controllers and UAV operators have different medical standards and oversight, not the same Class 3 aircrew designation.