Aviation medical examiner

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Aviation Medical Examiner

An Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) is a medical professional authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to perform flight physical examinations and issue aviation medical certificates.

Pronunciation

Aviation Medical Examiner: /əˌveɪʃən ˈmɛdɪkəl ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

Etymology

The term "Aviation Medical Examiner" is derived from the English language. "Aviation" is from the French aviation, from Latin avis meaning "bird", and "Medical Examiner" is from the Latin medicus meaning "physician" and the English examiner meaning "one who investigates or inspects".

Role and Responsibilities

An Aviation Medical Examiner's primary responsibility is to ensure that pilots and air traffic controllers meet the health and fitness requirements set by the FAA. This includes conducting physical examinations, reviewing medical histories, and assessing mental and emotional health.

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