FAA flight physicals are medical examinations required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ensure that pilots are medically fit to safely perform their duties. Conducted by an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner (AME), these exams assess overall health, vision, hearing, cardiovascular health, medications, and other conditions that could affect a pilot’s ability to safely operate an aircraft. Regular flight physicals are important not only because they are required for pilot certification, but also because they help identify medical issues early and ensure that pilots are able to respond safely and effectively to the physical and cognitive demands of flying.