Need to renew your FAA medical certificate or schedule your first aviation medical exam? Evershine Med provides convenient FAA pilot exams in Bedford, TX for student pilots, private pilots, commercial aviators and airline professionals.

With longtime Bedford Aviation Medical Examiner Dr. William Krass now retired, local pilots looking for an experienced FAA examiner have another established option close to home. Evershine Med’s Dr. Charles Cook is a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner with more than 30 years of experience. He has examined pilots from around the world, including pilots from all of the major airlines.

Whether you need a Class One, Class Two or Class Three medical exam, Evershine Med is ready to help.

An Experienced FAA Aviation Medical Examiner in Bedford

Choosing an Aviation Medical Examiner is an important part of maintaining your eligibility to fly. For professional pilots in particular, an FAA medical certificate is directly connected to their career and ability to remain in the cockpit.

Meet Dr. Charles Cook

Dr. Charles Cook is a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner with more than 30 years of experience performing FAA medical examinations. Throughout his career, he has worked with pilots from across the United States and around the world, including aviators flying for major commercial airlines.

That experience gives Dr. Cook an understanding of both FAA medical requirements and the importance of making the examination process as straightforward as possible for pilots.

For pilots in Bedford and the surrounding DFW area who previously relied on Dr. William Krass for aviation medical exams, Evershine Med provides a convenient local option for continuing to maintain FAA medical certification.

Our Bedford office also serves pilots throughout Hurst, Euless, Colleyville, Grapevine and the surrounding Mid-Cities. With Dallas Fort Worth International Airport just minutes away, Evershine Med is conveniently located for airline crews, commercial pilots, flight instructors, student pilots and general aviation pilots throughout North Texas.

Charles Cook, DO
Board Certified in Family Medicine

Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 FAA Medical Exams

Evershine Med provides all three primary classes of FAA pilot medical examinations.

Class One FAA Medical Exams

A First-Class FAA Medical Certificate is generally required when exercising Airline Transport Pilot privileges. For airline pilots and pilots planning a professional aviation career, staying current on First-Class medical requirements is essential.

Many pilots pursuing an airline career also choose to obtain a First-Class medical certificate early in their training. Doing so can help identify potential medical certification concerns before they make a significant investment in advanced flight training.

Class Two FAA Medical Exams

A Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate is commonly required when exercising commercial pilot privileges.

Commercial pilots, charter pilots and other professional aviators depend on maintaining the appropriate medical certification to continue flying professionally. Evershine Med provides an efficient examination process designed with the schedules of working pilots in mind.

Class Three FAA Medical Exams

A Third-Class FAA Medical Certificate is commonly used by private pilots and student pilots who require FAA medical certification.

If you are beginning flight training, completing your FAA medical examination early in the process can help ensure you meet the applicable medical requirements before reaching your first solo flight.

Additional FAA Screening Services

In addition to Class One, Class Two and Class Three pilot exams, Evershine Med also performs:

  • Urinalysis (UA) screenings
  • EKG screenings

The specific testing required during your examination can vary based on your age, medical history and the class of certificate you are pursuing.

Frequently Asked Questions About FAA Pilot Exams

A little preparation before your appointment can make your FAA medical examination faster and easier.

Complete FAA MedXPress Before Your Appointment
Before coming to Evershine Med, complete your FAA medical application online through FAA MedXPress.

Visit:

medxpress.faa.gov/medxpress

Complete and submit your application before your appointment. Once the application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation number.

Bring that confirmation number with you to Evershine Med so Dr. Cook can access your application and complete the medical examination.

FAA guidance currently requires pilots using MedXPress to complete their examination with an Aviation Medical Examiner within 60 days of submitting the application. If the exam is not completed within that period, a new MedXPress application may be required.

Please bring your FAA MedXPress confirmation number and any information or documentation relevant to your medical history.

If you require corrective lenses:

Please wear contact lenses to the examination. Bring your glasses with you if you require them.

We also ask pilots to arrive approximately 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment. This gives our team time to confirm your information and helps keep the examination process running smoothly.

Pilots with existing medical conditions, previous FAA medical issues, prescription medications or other circumstances that could require additional documentation should consider bringing applicable medical records with them. Having the correct information available can help reduce unnecessary delays in the FAA certification process.

We ask patients to wear contact lenses to the appointment if you require them. If you require glasses, bring them with you for the vision portion of the examination.

Please plan to arrive approximately 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Arriving early gives the office time to verify your information and helps keep the examination process moving efficiently.

Yes. Evershine Med performs both EKG and urinalysis screenings as part of its aviation medical services when applicable.

A medical condition or prescription medication does not automatically mean you cannot receive an FAA medical certificate. However, additional documentation or FAA review may be required depending on the condition or medication. Bringing relevant medical records to your appointment can help avoid unnecessary delays.

The length of the appointment can vary depending on the type of certificate, your medical history and whether additional testing is required. Completing MedXPress and gathering your documentation before your appointment can help make the process more efficient.

Yes. Student pilots who need FAA medical certification can schedule a Class Three medical exam with Dr. Cook. Many students choose to complete their medical exam early in flight training so they know they meet the applicable medical requirements before progressing toward solo flight.

Evershine Med is located i1701 Forest Ridge Dr Bedford, TX 76022, making it convenient for pilots throughout Hurst, Euless, Grapevine, Colleyville and the greater DFW area. The office is also conveniently located near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

The validity period of an FAA medical certificate depends on the class of certificate, the pilot’s age and the privileges being exercised. Because requirements can vary, pilots should review current FAA guidance or discuss their specific situation with the Aviation Medical Examiner.

Yes. Following Dr. William Krass’s retirement, pilots looking for an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner in the Bedford area can schedule their examinations with Dr. Charles Cook at Evershine Med. Dr. Cook is a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner with more than 30 years of experience.

Convenient FAA Pilot Exams Near DFW Airport

Bedford is uniquely positioned for aviation professionals. Located in the heart of the Mid-Cities and only a short drive from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Evershine Med provides a convenient location for pilots throughout the DFW Metroplex.

You should not have to drive across North Texas just to maintain your FAA medical certification.

For decades, Bedford-area pilots were familiar with visiting Dr. William Krass for aviation medical examinations. Following his retirement, Dr. Charles Cook and Evershine Med are available to help serve the local aviation community with Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 FAA medical exams.

Dr. Cook’s more than 30 years of experience as a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner allows pilots to work with a physician who understands the FAA examination process and the importance of maintaining medical certification.

Same-day appointments are available in most cases, which can be especially helpful for professional pilots working around changing flight schedules.

Schedule Your FAA Medical Exam in Bedford, TX

Whether you are preparing for your first solo flight, renewing a private pilot medical certificate or maintaining the First-Class medical required for your aviation career, Evershine Med is here to make the process as convenient as possible.

Our Bedford office provides:

  • Class One FAA pilot exams
  • Class Two FAA pilot exams
  • Class Three FAA pilot exams
  • UA screenings
  • EKG screenings
  • Same-day appointments in most cases
  • More than 30 years of Senior AME experience

Complete your FAA MedXPress application before your appointment, bring your confirmation number and plan to arrive about 15 minutes early.

Schedule your FAA pilot exam with Evershine Med today and continue flying with confidence.