Class 1 Physical vs. Class 2

[rrhoads17]

I have just completed a class 1 flight physical at Rucker, and it was sent off to be stamped approved. If I am accepted, when will I take another physical, and what is the difference between a class 1 and class 2?

[DONM]

This may be too late but from my perspective the main difference between class 1 and 2 is the time the certificate lasts.

Class 1 = 6 mo

Class 2 = 1 yr

Of course it is very important to be sure you can pass whatever class you are going for. There is a mandatory EKG after age 35 for a class 1. AME's can charge more for the Class 1, mainly because of the EKG. You can find the standards here: https://www.leftseat.com/faa-medical-standards-protocols-and-forms-3/