Aviation Medical Examination

[Flying Saluki]

To anyone who has recently had a full aviation medical examination. Was their a hearing test? Are there published standards for issuance of first/second/third class medical?

Years ago I was told I can't hold anything other than a 3rd class medical, but I honestly can't remember why. I want to say it was because of my vision, but I'm thinking now it was because of my hearing.

 

[JeppUpdater]

Part 67 of the FARs covers medicals:

http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-id...26d6da5d4e730&mc=true&node=pt14.2.67&rgn=div5

Reading the "ear, nose, throat, and equilibrium" section the standards appear the same for all classes.

 

[Table Two]

Previous AME's tested my hearing by talking to me. Current AME uses the full "ping" headphone test from the early 70's. But for $70 I'm not complaining.

 

[BobDispatch]

My AME takes his desk clock off his desk and has you nod your head in beat with the seconds when you can hear it. I think this may be one area where the AME can use any method they deam fit.