Consultation on changes to the Pilot Medical Declaration privileges

The CAA have launched a consultation on changes to the privileges of the flight instructor and class rating instructor when supported by a Pilot Medical Declaration (PMD).

This follows the recent review into pilot licence privileges associated with making a pilot medical declaration (PMD), particularly those associated with the flight instructor or class rating instructor certificate when exercised on the basis of having made a PMD.

As a result of this review, we are proposing some changes to the relevant provisions of the UK Air Navigation Order and UK Aircrew Regulation, as contained in this public consultation.

For more details see CAP3218: Pilot Medical Declaration Consultation.

The Consultation opened on 5 February 2026. Closes on 9 March 2026.