#116 - Medical Checkride: Medical Myths, Truths, and Tips with Dan Monlux

What could cost you your flying career? Not being prepared for your medical.

Hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome back Dan Monlux of Wingman Med to discuss how pilots can protect their FAA medical certificates. Dan breaks down what happens during a medical exam, the importance of primary care, and why early detection matters. This is a must-listen for pilots over 40 and anyone serious about staying in the skies.

Dan Monlux is a retired Navy F-18 pilot and dual-trained physician in family and aerospace medicine. As co-founder of Wingman Med, he now helps pilots navigate complex FAA medical certification issues. With thousands of pilots successfully guided through the process, Dan combines flight experience and deep regulatory insight to keep aviators flying safely and confidently.

Show notes:

(0:00) Intro

(03:29) The one test every pilot over 40 should do

(06:25) Treat your medical like a checkride

(08:09) Primary care vs. AME: What's the risk?

(13:33) EKG tip that can save your exam

(17:01) Why most AMEs can’t coach you

(20:43) ADHD, mental health, and new FAA standards

(26:07) Screening tests to do by age group

(32:02) MedExpress simulator and application tips

(36:06) How to access your past FAA medicals

(50:00) Outro

Connect with Dan Monlux:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-monlux

👉 MedExpress Simulator + Consults at Wingman Med: https://wingmanmed.com

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