HIMS Cases
Dr. Petra Illig is one of very few AME’s in Alaska who is certified by the FAA to manage HIMS cases.
Aviation Medical Services
The doctors and staff of Aviation Medical Services specialize in aviation medical examinations and aeromedical consultations. Although we are one of the highest volume aeromedical practices in the US, we take pride in taking the time and effort to get to know our pilots well so that we can best assist them with their aeromedical needs.
IMPORTANT: We do not do BasicMed examinations. Please discuss this option with your personal physician.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our Services
The doctors and staff of Aviation Medical Services specialize in aviation medical examinations and aeromedical consultations. Although we are one of the highest volume aeromedical practices in the US, we take pride in taking the time and effort to get to know our pilots well so that we can best assist them with their aeromedical needs.
Unrestricted Medical Certificates, Conditions AME’s Can Issue, and Special Issuance Authorizations.
This information has been complied as an orientation to the HIMS program.
These are conditions that are not deemed to be disqualifying, so they do not require a Special Issuance Authorization.
Dr. Petra Illig is authorized by Transport Canada to perform Canadian flight physical examinations.
Special Issuance is a category of time-limited medical certification for pilots with disqualifying medical conditions.
Aviation Medical Services offers Coast Guard and Commercial Motor Vehicle physicals by FMCSA certified physicians.
Together, we have over 85 years experience in FAA aviation medical examinations
Our seasoned AMEs
FAA MEDICAL APPLICATION 8500-8
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Start your FAA Medical Application and receive a confirmation number to bring with you to our office for your FAA Physical Exam.
NOTE: if you have any concerns that you are not ready for a flight physical and need first to consult with the AME, it is not necessary to use MedXpress. We prefer to discuss the situation first and obtain the necessary medical records to determine what needs to be done to satisfy the FAA before opening up an application.