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Under BasicMed, how often must a pilot complete the medical education course?

Every 24 calendar months.

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  1. Every 24 calendar months ✔
  2. Every 48 calendar months
  3. Only once, for life

Why: A BasicMed pilot must complete the Part 68 medical education course within the 24 calendar months before flying, and keep the completion certificate in their logbook.

Huh, didn't know that: The course teaches pilots to do medical self-assessments and spot warning signs of serious conditions.

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Answer: Every 24 calendar months. A BasicMed pilot must complete the Part 68 medical education course within the 24 calendar months before flying, and keep the completion certificate in their logbook.

  1. 14 CFR 61.23 Medical certificates: Requirement and duration www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/section-61.23
    Complete the medical education course set forth in § 68.3 of this chapter during the 24 calendar months before acting as pilot in command
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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