This Medical Manual aims, in conjunction with the relevant legislation, to provide information and guidance on administrative processes and policies and requirements relating to medical certification under the Civil Aviation Act 2023.
A General Direction is a notice we issue after consultation, which specifies requirements for applicants of a medical certificate.
Continuing Medical Education (CME) session presentations.
A series of guides for pilots and air traffic controllers on general information about medical certification and specific health conditions.
List of accredited optometrists(external link)
Medical examiner documentation checklist [PDF 53 KB]
Examination requirements timetable and medical standards [PDF 145 KB]
Endorsement codes [PDF 112 KB]
If you have any questions about this topic, use our contact form, or email med@caa.govt.nz.