Yes. Before your first solo, you must undergo a medical conducted by a CASA approved medical practitioner, aka Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME). See the table below for the medical certificate required for your course:
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Which Medical certificate do I need? |
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Licence(s) |
Certificate |
Length of Validity |
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CPL |
Class 1 |
Up to 1 year |
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PPL |
Class 2 or Basic 2 |
Up to 5 years |
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RPL |
Class 2, Basic 2 or RAMPC |
Up to 5 years |