To clarify the administrative authorities and to improve the physician certification.

1. 1

   Change 1: Inserts “I certify that I am not aware of any medical condition that, as presently treated, could…” after the period

   InsertsPage 37, line 12Printed page

   Inserted: I certify that I am not aware of any medical condition that, as presently treated, could interfere with the individual's ability to safely operate an aircraft.

   Original wording

   On page 37, line 12, after the period, insert the following: “I certify that I am not aware of any medical condition that, as presently treated, could interfere with the individual's ability to safely operate an aircraft.”.

2. 2

   Change 2: Inserts “and signed by the physician” after “followed”

   InsertsPage 40, line 6Printed page

   In S. 571 · Reported to Senate

   (iii) the date of the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection (a)(7); and

   (iv) a certification by the individual that the checklist described in subsection (b) was followed [inserted: and signed by the physician ]in the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection (a)(7); and

   (E) a statement, which shall be printed, and signed by the individual certifying that the individual understands the existing prohibition on operations during medical deficiency by stating: "I understand that I cannot act as pilot in command, or any other capacity as a required flight crew member, if I know or have reason to know of any medical condition that would make me unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner.".

   Original wording

   On page 40, line 6, insert “and signed by the physician” after “followed”.

3. 3

   Change 3: Inserts new text on page 48, between lines 3 and 4

   InsertsPrinted page

   Inserted: (l) Authority To Require Additional Information.--

   Inserted: (1) In general.--If the Administrator receives credible or urgent information, including from the National Driver Register or the Administrator's Safety Hotline, that reflects on an individual's ability to safely operate a covered aircraft under the third-class medical certificate exemption in subsection (a), the Administrator may require the individual to provide additional information or history so that the Administrator may determine whether the individual is safe to continue operating a covered aircraft.

   Inserted: (2) Use of information.--The Administrator may use credible or urgent information received under paragraph (1) to request an individual to provide additional information or to take actions under section 44709(b) of title 49, United States Code.

   Original wording

   On page 48, between lines 3 and 4, insert the following:

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