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Licences, fitness and medicalQuestion 155 of 351

You want to exercise the privileges of your permit. Which medical certificate must you hold?

  1. Any valid medical certificate, of any category
  2. A certificate of Category 2 for all permits
  3. A certificate issued in another country
  4. A valid certificate of a category that is appropriate for the permit
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Correct answer: A valid certificate of a category that is appropriate for the permit

Subsection 404.03(1) requires a valid medical certificate of the appropriate category. Section 404.10 sets the categories.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 404.03(1) Requirement to Hold a Medical Certificate

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026