AeMC Athens for Medical Fitness

To obtain or maintain an EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) recognised flight crew licence, it is mandatory to hold an aeromedical fitness certificate. This must be issued by an authorised AeMC (Aeromedical Centre) under the HCAA (Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority).

In Athens, aeromedical examinations are conducted at the 251 Hellenic Air Force Aeromedical Center (K.A.I.), an AeMC certified to assess the physical and mental fitness of civilian pilots.

Available Aeromedical Certificates
The 251 Hellenic Air Force Aeromedical Center – Athens conducts both initial and revalidation/renewal examinations for the main aviation medical certificates:

• Class 1 Certificate – Professional Pilots (CPL, ATPL)
• Class 2 Certificate – Private Pilots (PPL)
• LAPL Certificate – Light Aircraft Pilots

All examinations comply with the standards and requirements stipulated by EASA regulations for fitness to fly.

AeMC Athens Location and Contact Details
251 Hellenic Air Force Aeromedical Center (K.A.I.) Leoforos Panagioti Kanellopoulou 3, 11525 Athens, Greece

• Telephone: +30 210 7463850  |  +30 210 7464718  |  +30 210 7464721
• Fax: +30 210 7464746

Note: An appointment must be booked prior to the visit. The facility is located near the Katechaki Metro Station in Athens.

Preparation for the Medical Examination
To properly undertake the aeromedical examination at the Athens AeMC, you are generally required to:

• Present a valid identity document (passport).
• Bring relevant clinical documentation if requested.
• Arrive in good time to complete the administrative process.

Specific details may vary depending on the facility and the class of certificate required; it is always advisable to contact the centre directly to book the examination.

Aviomar Support for AeMC Visits in Athens
Aviomar Flight School provides student pilots with information and guidance to successfully manage aeromedical examinations, including those at foreign centres such as Athens. Obtaining aeromedical fitness is a fundamental step for accessing flight courses and maintaining aviation licences.

The Importance of Aeromedical Fitness
Aeromedical fitness is a pillar of operational safety in aviation. It ensures that the pilot possesses the necessary physical and mental attributes to operate safely, within the limits of European EASA regulations.