GM3 MED.D.020 Training courses in aviation
medicine
ED Decision 2019/002/R
(a) Principles of training:
To acquire knowledge and skills for the aero-medical examination and assessment, the training should be:
(1) based on regulations;
(2) based on general clinical skills and knowledge necessary to conduct relevant examinations for the different medical certificates;
(3) based on knowledge of the different risk assessments required for various types of medical certification;
(4) based on an understanding of the limits of the decision-making competences of an AME in assessing safety-critical medical conditions for when to defer and when to deny;
(5) based on knowledge of the aviation environment; and
(6) exemplified by clinical cases and practical demonstrations.
(b) Training outcomes:
The trainee should demonstrate a thorough understanding of:
(1) the aero-medical examination and assessment process:
(i) principles, requirements and methods;
(ii) ability to investigate all clinical aspects that present aero-medical risks, the reasonable use of additional investigations;
(iii) the role in the assessment of the ability of the pilot or cabin crew member to safely perform their duties in special cases, such as the medical flight test;
(iv) aero-medical decision-making based on risk management;
(v) medical confidentiality; and
(vi) correct use of appropriate forms, and the reporting and storing of information;
(2) the conditions under which the pilots and cabin crew carry out their duties; and
(3) principles of preventive medicine, including aero-medical advice in order to help prevent future limitations.
(c) The principles and training outcomes stated at (a) and (b) should also be taken into consideration for refresher training programmes
Aviation medicine training ensures examiners possess necessary knowledge and skills for aero-medical assessments. Training covers regulations, clinical skills, risk assessment, decision-making limits, aviation environment understanding, and practical application. Trainees must demonstrate comprehension of examination processes, pilot/crew duty conditions, and preventive medicine principles. Refresher courses reinforce these principles.
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