Which of the following is a typical non-rated crewmember eligible for a Class 3 Flight Physical?

• A. Air traffic controller
• B. UAV operator
• C. Flight medic
• D. Pilot

Answer: (C)

Class 3 medical exams are designed for non-rated crew who operate in or around aircraft but do not hold a pilot certificate. The flight medic fits this role perfectly because they are part of the flight team and may fly to provide medical care, yet they do not hold an airman rating. They need to be medically fit for the flight environment and patient care duties, but the requirements are less stringent than those for pilots, who require higher-level Class 1 or Class 2 certifications.

An air traffic controller isn’t a crewmember aboard the aircraft, so they don’t fit the typical on-board non-rated crew category. A UAV operator typically isn’t a person flying as part of the aircraft crew in the same way, and a pilot is a rated crewmember, requiring a higher medical standard. Therefore, the flight medic is the best answer as a typical non-rated crewmember eligible for a Class 3 Flight Physical.