Class 3 before Basic for First Timer

[mscard88]

New to flying has to have a regular flight physical like Class 3 say, before they can use Basic correct?

 

[Wheels]

New to flying has to have a regular flight physical like Class 3 say, before they can use Basic correct?

Yes, they only qualify for basicmed if they have held a medical after July 14, 2006. If they haven’t had a medical before then they have to get at least a class 3 one time before they can use basicmed.

 

[AggieMike88]

New to flying has to have a regular flight physical like Class 3 say, before they can use Basic correct?

Correct.

Some FAQ's are answered here: https://www.aopa.org/advocacy/pilots/medical/third-class-airman-medical-reform

 

[mscard88]

Thanks y'all. That's how I understood it. Appreciate it.