Cabin crew medical report
Operating cabin crew need a valid medical report under Subpart C of Part-MED. Here is who needs one, who can carry it out, and how it differs from a Cabin Crew Attestation.
What is a cabin crew medical report?
If you operate as cabin crew, you must hold a valid cabin crew medical report under Subpart C of Part-MED. The report confirms that you are medically fit for the safety duties the role demands, such as helping in an evacuation or dealing with an on-board emergency. Fitness is assessed case by case against UK CAA requirements. This page is general guidance, not individual medical advice.
Is the medical report the same as a Cabin Crew Attestation?
These two documents are easy to confuse, so it is worth being clear on how they differ.
A medical report is not a Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA)
The cabin crew medical report deals with your medical fitness. A Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA) is a separate training competency certificate that shows you have completed the required training, and the UK CAA does not issue CCAs. A valid medical report does not replace a CCA, and holding a CCA does not meet the medical requirement. You need both, and they come from different places.
Who needs a cabin crew medical report?
Cabin crew working on commercial flights need one, whether they are just starting out or have been flying for years.
Operating cabin crew
Cabin crew assigned to safety duties on commercial air transport flights.
New cabin crew
Every new member of cabin crew has an initial assessment before they can operate.
Serving cabin crew
Existing crew who need a periodic assessment to keep their report valid.
Who can carry out a cabin crew medical?
Two types of practitioner can carry out the report, as long as they hold the relevant UK CAA approval:
- A CAA-approved Aeromedical Examiner (AME)
- A CAA-approved Occupational Health Medical Practitioner (OHMP)
There is no Aeromedical Centre requirement here, which sets it apart from an initial pilot Class 1 or Class 3 examination.
How often is a cabin crew medical renewed?
There is one initial examination for every new member of crew, and periodic assessments after that.
Initial assessment
Every new member of cabin crew has an initial examination before taking up safety duties.
Periodic assessment
Carried out at intervals of no more than 60 months. If it is done more than 45 days before the previous report expires, the new report runs for 60 months from the assessment date.
| Stage | When | Validity basis |
|---|---|---|
| Initial | Before first operating as cabin crew | Starts the periodic cycle |
| Periodic | At intervals of no more than 60 months | Up to 60 months |
| Periodic (early) | More than 45 days before previous report expires | 60 months from the assessment date |
Intervals are set by the UK CAA and may change, so confirm the current requirements with the UK CAA.
What does the assessment involve?
The checks centre on the health requirements that matter for cabin crew safety duties. What is covered depends on your history and the CAA's requirements, but it will usually include:
Medical history
A review of your medical history and general health.
Vision
A check of your vision relevant to safety duties.
Hearing
A hearing assessment suited to the role.
General health
Checks relevant to performing on-board safety tasks.
Fitness for duties
A look at your ability to carry out emergency and evacuation duties.
Further checks
Additional assessment only where something in your history calls for it.
The exact content depends on your circumstances and the current CAA requirements. This is general information, not individual medical advice. See what to expect on the day.
How to prepare for your assessment
Your employer or training organisation can tell you about any paperwork they need. Our medical preparation guide sets out the general steps, and what to expect covers the appointment itself.
What to bring with you
- Photographic identification
- Any previous cabin crew medical report
- Details of any medication you take
- Glasses or contact lenses and your prescription, if you use them
- Relevant specialist or hospital reports
- Any paperwork requested by your employer or training organisation
What happens after your assessment?
There is no guaranteed result. Fitness is assessed case by case against CAA standards, and one of these outcomes usually follows:
- Assessed as fit: a valid medical report is issued.
- Fit with limitations: a report is issued with conditions.
- Deferred: held while further information, tests or reports are gathered.
- Referred: passed to the UK CAA or a specialist for a closer look.
Whatever the outcome, we explain the result and the next steps clearly, and we make no promises about it.
What does a cabin crew medical cost?
You pay the examiner a fee for the assessment, and there may be a separate charge set by the UK CAA. The two are not the same thing. Some crew have the cost covered by their employer, so it is worth checking before you book.
Prices are available on enquiry
Our cabin crew medical report fee is On enquiry. Any applicable CAA charge is separate from the examiner's fee, is set by the CAA and can change, so check the current CAA charge. Please see our prices page or contact us for a quote.
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What medical do cabin crew need?
Operating cabin crew need a valid cabin crew medical report under Subpart C of Part-MED. It confirms you are medically fit to carry out safety duties on board, and it is carried out by a CAA-approved Aeromedical Examiner (AME) or a CAA-approved Occupational Health Medical Practitioner (OHMP).
Is a cabin crew medical report the same as a Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA)?
No, they are different documents. The medical report is about your medical fitness. A Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA) is a separate training competency certificate, and the UK CAA does not issue CCAs. A valid medical report does not replace a CCA, and a CCA does not replace the medical report.
How often do cabin crew need a medical assessment?
Every new member of cabin crew has an initial examination. After that, periodic assessments happen at intervals of no more than 60 months. If an assessment is done more than 45 days before the previous report expires, the new report runs for 60 months from the assessment date.
Who can carry out my cabin crew medical?
A cabin crew medical report can be carried out by a CAA-approved AME or a CAA-approved OHMP (Occupational Health Medical Practitioner). Both must hold the relevant CAA approval.
What does the assessment cover?
It focuses on the health requirements that matter for cabin crew safety duties: a review of your medical history, plus checks such as vision, hearing and general health. The exact content depends on your history and the current CAA requirements.
How much does a cabin crew medical cost?
Our examiner fee is shown on the prices page. Any UK CAA charge is set by the regulator and is separate from the examiner's fee, so check the current figures before booking. Your employer may cover the cost in some cases.
Primary source: UK CAA. Always check the latest requirements with the regulator.
Last reviewed: October 2026
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