<p><span>The FAA has proposed regulations to expand the existing exception for U.S. Air Force pilots from the requirement to hold an FAA third-class medical certificate to pilot trainees of all service branches who already meet U.S. military pilot medical requirements. Currently eligibility for non-USAF military pilots has required special exemption approvals. The FAA has determined that U.S. military pilot medical exams meet or exceed the level of safety established for third-class medical certificate standards. Therefore, it is redundant to require military pilot trainees to meet both standards. The proposed rule would support streamlining and expanding the U.S. military use of civilian flight schools and reduce the volume of third-class medical certificate applications requiring FAA consideration. Comments on the proposal are due by Oct. 9, 2026.</span></p>


U.S.: Military Pilots Training at Civilian Flight Schools

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