AME Comments on Application for Aviation Medical Certification FAA 8500-8

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Relevant FAA Form 8500-8 Entry Number(s)
63
Subtitle
Comments on History and Findings
Description
Item 60 is the Examiner's opportunity to report additional data on Pilot Medical Application
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  • AME Final Opportunity to Elaborate
  • Abnormal Situations
  • Unusual Findings
  • Unreported History
  • Note if Expected Delay for More Data > 2 Weeks

AME Instructions for the Exam

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The Examiner must check the “Disq” box on the Comments Page beside any disqualifying defect. Comments or discussion of specific observations or findings may be reported in Item 60: AME Comments on History and Findings. If all comments cannot fit in Item 60: AME Comments on History and Findings, the Examiner may submit additional information on a plain sheet of paper and include the applicant’s full name, date of birth, signature, any appropriate identifying numbers (PI, MID or SSN), and the date of the exam.

If the Examiner denies the applicant, the Examiner must issue a Letter of Denial, to the applicant, and report the issuance of the denial in Item 60: AME Comments on History and Findings.

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References:
FAA AME Guide Version 12/03/2025