Korean J Aerosp Environ Med.  2016 Aug;26(2):50-53.

Analysis of the Result of Aviation Medical Examinations in 2014

• Kwon YH

Abstract

The purpose of the aviation medical examination is to determine that no physical or mental condition exists which may reduce the applicant’s medical fitness to a significant degree during the period of validity of the medical assessment. An examiner is a designated representative of the government administrator with important duties and responsibilities. We analyzed the result of aviation medical examination in 2014 and investigated the common diseases of special issuance and denial of a medical certificate.

Keyword

Aviation Medical Examination; Special Issuance; Denial