For any aspiring commercial pilot a Class 1 medical certificate is essential. This certificate confirms that the candidate is medically fit to undergo CPL training duration and later work as a professional pilot. In India issued by DGCA approved medical examiners the validity of Class 1 medical depends on the age of the candidate.
Below 40 years: The certificate is valid for 12 months.
Above 40 years: The certificate is valid for 6 months.
This means candidates under 40 can complete a significant part of their cpl training duration without worrying about medical renewal while older candidates may need to undergo medical checks twice a year.
The duration of CPL course in India usually ranges between 18 to 24 months depending on weather flying hours availability and student progress. Since the cpl course duration is longer than the medical validity students must renew their medical certificate at least once or twice during the training.
Medical validity ensures that a student can continue their cpl training duration without interruptions. If the medical lapses flying training is paused until the certificate is renewed. This can affect the overall cpl duration if not managed on time.
To complete the CPL course duration smoothly aspirants should track their medical validity and schedule timely renewals. Staying updated helps maintain continuity in the duration of CPL course and ensures a hassle free journey towards becoming a professional pilot.