AME Record Keeping & Reporting Procedures 2

Question 1

How long must an AME retain copies of completed FAA Form 8500-8 medical applications?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

AMEs are required to retain copies of FAA Form 8500-8 for a minimum of 3 years.

Question 2

When an AME defers an airman's medical application to the AMCD, which action is required?

Accepted Answer

Transmit the completed application and all supporting documents to the AMCD

Answer

Upon deferral, the AME must send the completed Form 8500-8 and any supporting medical records to the Aerospace Medical Certification Division.

Question 3

Which of the following findings must an AME report to the FAA even if the airman's medical certificate is issued?

Accepted Answer

Positive HIV status

Answer

HIV-positive status is a disqualifying condition that must be reported regardless of certificate issuance decisions.

Question 4

An AME discovers during an exam that an airman has an undisclosed FAA enforcement action history. What is the AME's documentation obligation?

Accepted Answer

Note the finding on Form 8500-8 and defer to AMCD

Answer

Any material information affecting airman eligibility must be noted on Form 8500-8 and the application deferred to AMCD for review.

Question 5

Under 14 CFR Part 67, what is the AME's responsibility if an applicant refuses to consent to the release of medical records?

Accepted Answer

Defer the application and document the refusal

Answer

An applicant's refusal to consent to records release is a basis for deferral, and the AME must document the refusal on the application.

(AME) Aviation Medical Examiner Certification Practice Test