The first important step in starting a pilot career in Belarus is to get approved by the Medical Flight Expert Commission (VLEC). The VLEC is a comprehensive medical examination designed to assess the physical and mental health of a prospective pilot to ensure that they are capable of operating an aircraft safely. Successfully passing this examination is a mandatory requirement to begin pilot training, as it ensures that the pilot meets stringent safety standards and is capable of performing their duties effectively.
Preparing for the VLEC assessment
Before attending the Medical Flight Expert Commission, you’ll need to collect the necessary documents and fill out a questionnaire.
1. The documents
In order to apply for training and receive a Private Pilot License upon its completion in Belarus, you must provide the following documents:
- passport / residence permit / refugee certificate
- military ID (for those liable for military service)
- 2 photos 3x4 cm
- document folder
- extract from medical documents, Form 1 Medical/U-10 from the clinic at the place of registered residence
2. Preliminary medical examinations
You will need to undergo a number of medical examinations or ask for your existing medical records. This includes a chest / thorax X-ray, an official letter from the narcological and psychoneurological clinics at the place of your registered residence about the presence or absence of a medical record, a detailed dentist's report, etc. These medical documents must indicate the date of the examination, they must be signed and certified by the seal of the doctors who issued the documents, as well as the seal of the issuing clinic.
3. Filling out the application form
Next, the candidate must register on the website of the Civil Aviation Medical Service and fill out the VLEC application form.
The VLEC assessment process
1. Registering your documents with VLEC
To register documents, you should make an appointment in advance, and you’ll be assigned a date and time for your visit. This can be done by calling the VLEC secretary by phone, which is listed on the website. Candidates who haven’t made an appointment will have to wait in a live queue, but will only be seen after those who’ve made an appointment in advance. Please note that registering your documents is only possible during the set time: from 8:30 to 11:30. Therefore, we recommend that you make an appointment in advance to avoid long waits.
2. Booking your medical examination
To attend the Medical Flight Expert Commission assessment, you should be well prepared in advance and promptly collect all the documents listed for your aviation category. You’ll also need to fill out the form. You should arrive at the address indicated on the website with a full set of documents and your passport, and the VLEC secretary will register you for the assessment. You’ll have to wait in a live queue, on a “first come - first served” basis, during working hours from 8:30 to 11:00, so it is important to arrive on time and make sure you have all the required documents with you.
3. The VLEC assessment
The VLEC assessment process consists of a series of medical examinations, which are carried out exclusively by the Civil Aviation Medical Service. Candidates also undergo psychological testing.
SkyFly Aviation Club also recommends waiting a week before taking the tests for VLEC, if you have been ill or taking medications recently prior to your test, as recent illness may affect the results.
SkyFly Aviation Club also recommends waiting a week before taking the tests for VLEC, if you have been ill or taking medications recently prior to your test, as recent illness may affect the results.
An agreement to begin theoretical training at the Belarusian State Aviation Academy can only be concluded after providing a copy of the certificate of successful completion of the VLEC assessment.
The health criteria
Three classes of medical certificates have been established for different categories of aviation personnel.
- The Class One is intended for candidates training for the following licences: commercial pilot, multi-crew pilot, air transport pilot and instrument rating.
- The Class Two is intended for candidates training for the positions of navigator, flight engineer, flight operator, amateur pilot and pilot observer.
- The Class Three is for applicants training for an air traffic controller license.
Candidates applying for the PPL license training must successfully complete the Class Two assessment. The criteria for the health condition of such pilots is the absence of any disabilities that may lead to a violation of flight safety, such as chronic diseases, hearing or vision impairment, heart disorders, etc.
After completing the VLEC assessment
Based on the results of the physical and psychological examination, the Medical Flight Expert Commission forms a final report, which includes a forecast of training outcome and subsequent work in aviation professions.
This final report not only evaluates the candidate's suitability for performing professional duties, but also provides recommendations for further education and training in aviation professions. Thus, the assessment plays a key role in determining the candidate's potential, ensuring that his psychophysiological characteristics meet the requirements for working in aviation.
Successfully completing the Medical Flight Expert Commission (VLEC) assessment is an important step on your path to obtaining a Private Pilot license. Preparing for this process demands attention and a serious mindset, as the assessment results impact not only the capability to work in aviation but also the safety of flights. Following all the stages, from collecting the required documents to registering for the Commission, will help prevent unnecessary delays and stress.
We recommend that you prepare for the VLEC assessment in advance, thoroughly read the requirements, and follow the instructions. This will not only boost your chances of successfully passing the VLEC assessment, but will also make your path into the world of aviation more confident and secure. Best of luck in achieving your aviation goals!
This final report not only evaluates the candidate's suitability for performing professional duties, but also provides recommendations for further education and training in aviation professions. Thus, the assessment plays a key role in determining the candidate's potential, ensuring that his psychophysiological characteristics meet the requirements for working in aviation.
Successfully completing the Medical Flight Expert Commission (VLEC) assessment is an important step on your path to obtaining a Private Pilot license. Preparing for this process demands attention and a serious mindset, as the assessment results impact not only the capability to work in aviation but also the safety of flights. Following all the stages, from collecting the required documents to registering for the Commission, will help prevent unnecessary delays and stress.
We recommend that you prepare for the VLEC assessment in advance, thoroughly read the requirements, and follow the instructions. This will not only boost your chances of successfully passing the VLEC assessment, but will also make your path into the world of aviation more confident and secure. Best of luck in achieving your aviation goals!