1st, 2nd and 3rd Class FAA Medicals NEW Website Coming Soon!

2 New Locations!

Oakland Co. I'ntl Airport (PTK)

Pentastar Aviation

7310 Highland Rd

48645 Van Dyke

Shelby Twp, MI 48317

About Us

Welcome to Aviation Medical Exams by Dr. Sarah Albers Both NEW locations opening Feb 2026

***2 NEW office Locations***

48645 Van Dyke

Shelby Township, MI 48317

CALL to schedule at this location

Oakland County Int'l Airport

Pentastar Aviation

7310 Highland Rd

Waterford, MI 48327

(586) 460-0603 call/text

Email: Aviationmedicalexams@gmail.com

Meet Dr. Albers - Senior AME

Dr. Sarah Albers, MD, MPH, FACEP, CWSP is a FAA designated Senior AME (Aviation Medical Examiner) who is board certified in both Emergency Medicine and Wound Care. Dr. Albers completed her undergraduate and master's degrees at University of Michigan Ann Arbor. Dr. Albers received her Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Emergency Medicine at Wayne State University/Detroit Receiving Hospital. Dr. Albers currently works as a Attending Physician at Detroit Receiving Hospital. Dr. Albers is a caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and efficient Senior AME. She is delighted to help advocate for current and future pilots to fly safely.

Services Available

1st, 2nd and 3rd Class FAA Medical Examinations
Contract Air Traffic Control Medical Examination
CACI (Conditions AME can Issue)
AASI (AME Assisted Special Issuance)
Confidential Consultations
Assistance with SI (Special Issuance)
Assistance with SODA (Statement of Demonstrated Ability)
Computerized Color Vision Testing - Waggoner
12 Lead EKG

What to bring to your appointment

Please complete the MedXpress 8500 form https://medxpress.faa.gov/loginnet/Login.aspx and bring the confirmation number and copy of your printed application for Dr. Albers to keep along with your drivers license.

If you have a (CACI) Conditions AME Can Issue, (SODA) Statement of Demonstrated Ability, (SI) Special Issuance, or AASI (AME assisted Special Issuance) please bring all related paperwork. Also, all medical records, VA disability paperwork, labs and testing related to health issue.

Prior FAA medical certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at aviationmedicalexams@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is the cost of a FAA 1st, 2nd or 3rd class medical exam at Aviation Medical Exams?

The cost of a 1st or 2nd Class FAA medical exam is $200. 3rd class FAA medical exam is $185 payable by cash or check to Aviation Medical Exams. If using a card there will be an extra 5% charge for credit card fees. The price varies if additional paperwork is needed for the FAA depending on the complexity of the case and the services required. Please contact our office at 586-460-0603 for more information.

Where exactly is Dr. Albers office at D98 Romeo State Airport?

Aviation Medical Exams and Dr. Albers office is in the FBO (Fixed Base Operator). It is the one story building with darker glass windows that is 1/2 mile south of the airport entrance off of 32 mile. Please park your car in the parking spaces to the north of the building. Only airplanes that fly in can park on the south side of the building.

Does Aviation Medical Exams provide toxicology or drug screen testing?

No, Aviation Medical Exams does not offer toxicology or drug screen testing as part of our services.

What do I bring to my FAA medical exam?

1. MedXpress confirmation number and the printout of MedXpress application. (Confirmation number will be at the bottom of your printed application).

Please keep a copy of your MedXpress application paperwork for your home file as well.

Link for MedXpress is https://medxpress.faa.gov/loginnet/Login.aspx

2. Prior FAA medical certificate (you will not have this item if this is your first FAA medical)

3. Drivers license

4. All medical paperwork required for your exam to be processed

5. All SODA, SI and AASI paperwork. Your last correspondence from the FAA (will be in letter form) if you have it.

What is a CACI?

Dr. Albers will walk you through this process if you are unfamiliar with this.

Conditions AMEs Can Issue (CACI) is a series of conditions which allow AMEs to regular issue if the applicant meets the parameters of the CACI Condition Worksheet. The worksheets provide detailed instructions to the examiner and outline condition-specific requirements for the applicant. (CACI is pronounced "khaki.")

Link to CACI conditions and required paperwork https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/certification_ws

If you have a condition that meets CACI criteria, please have your treating physician or specialist fill out the paperwork no more than 90 days prior to your FAA medical exam.

If I have a medical condition, where can I look up the most up to date information required by the FAA?

The AME Guide https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide

https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/media/ame_guide.pdf

Search the AME guide here https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/search

Where do I find more information on DO NOT ISSUE and DO NOT FLY medications?

https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/pharm/dni_dnf

https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/media/DNI_DNF_tables.pdf

What if I lost my FAA medical certificate?

You can not get a replacement from your AME. You will need to contact the FAA in Oklahoma City to obtain a new certificate. https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/certificate_replacement

What if I have a color vision deficiency?

Dr. Albers has the FAA approved Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Test.

As of January 1, 2025 there are only 3 FAA approved color vision tests, and all are computerized:

1. City Occupational Colour Assessment and Diagnosis

2. Rabin Computerized Cone Test

3. Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Test

Please let Dr. Albers know ahead of your appointment if you have a history of color vision deficiency.

Cost of color vision testing is $125 cash or check which is separate from the exam. Card will incur a 5% extra charge.

FAA AME guide information on color vision deficiency.

https://www.faa.gov/ame_guide/app_process/exam_tech/item52/amd

Does Dr. Albers perform Basic Med exams?

No.

To access more information regarding Basic Med see the FAA website.

https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/basic_med

How do I find an AME near me?

https://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator

1. click "Search for an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME)"

2. Designee Type - select AME

3. Click location circle

4. Enter City, County, State or zipcode

***You can go to any AME in the U.S. if you choose.

How long is my FAA medical certificate good for?

The duration of your FAA medical certification is based on your age, the date of your exam, and the class of certification that is issued unless you have a special issuance that specifies something different.

If you were younger than 40 on the day of your exam: First Class and Second Class certificates are good for 12 months and Third Class certificates are good for 60 months.

If you were 40 or older on the day of your exam: First Class certificates are good for 6 months, Second Class certificates are good for 12 months, and Third Class certificates are good for 24 months.

After a First or Second Class certificate expires, it is still valid for performing the next lower class of airman privileges for the time periods listed above.

Does Dr. Albers speak at conferences or meetings?

Yes!

Dr. Albers is dedicated to education and has spoken at the local, regional, state, and national level. If you are interested in having Dr. Albers speak at a conference or with your group, contact her at aviationmedicalexams@gmail.com or 586-460-0603.

Service & Prices

FAA Medical Exam: 1st Class

$225

1st Class FAA Medical Exam cash or check

(12 Lead EKG and/or Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Testing are NOT included in exam price)

Using a card to pay for your exam will incur an extra 5% credit card fee.

FAA Medical Exam: 2nd Class

$225

2nd Class FAA Medical Exam cash or check

(Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Testing is NOT included in exam price)

Using a card to pay for your exam will incur an extra 5% credit card fee.

FAA Medical Exam: 3rd Class

$200

3rd Class FAA Medical Exam cash or check

(Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Testing is NOT included in exam price)

Using a card to pay for your exam will incur an extra 5% credit card fee.

Color Vision Computerized Testing Waggoner

$125

Price includes multiple attempts (if needed) and uploading results to FAA website

Using a card to pay for your color vision computerized testing exam will incur an extra 5% credit card fee.

12 Lead EKG

$100

Price Includes Uploading of 12 Lead EKG to FAA website.

Using a card to pay for your 12 Lead EKG will incur an extra 5% credit card fee.

CACI, SI, AASI or SODA

Please call for pricing

Conditions AME Can Issue (CACI), Special Issuance, AME Assisted Special Issuance (AASI) or Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA)

Confidential Consultation

$350/hour

Ideal for: applicants with past, existing or new health issues, current or new medications, legal issues, or general medical questions related to obtaining your medical certification. Dr. Albers will guide you through the FAA paperwork and exam process. She will review your individual case, organize your information, and make necessary calls to your treating physicians and/or the FAA. Dr. Albers will create an individualized plan for your specific case.

Using a card to pay will incur an extra 5%

Concierge FAA Paperwork Assistance

$350/hour

Assistance, reviewal and/or submission of FAA paperwork, interacting with the FAA or your physicians on behalf of the client/patient, performed by Dr. Albers. Dr. Albers goal is to get you back in the air safely and as quickly as possible.

Using a card to pay will incur an extra 5% charge.

Concierge Emergent (within 48 hours), Weekend or Evening FAA Medical Exam

$400

Did you forget your FAA medical is expiring in the next 1-2 days? Need an after business hours, night or weekend FAA medical exam?

This option allows for an FAA medical exam to be scheduled within 48 hours or after normal clinic hours once you call an speak with Dr. Albers.

1st Class, 2nd Class or 3rd Class FAA Medical Exam cash or check $375

(12 Lead EKG and/or Waggoner Computerized Color Vision Testing are NOT included in exam price).

Using a card to pay will incur an extra 5% charge.

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