When does a third class medical certificate issued to a 35-year-old pilot on March 26 of this year expire?

A third class medical certificate issued to a pilot has a specific duration based on the age of the individual at the time of issuance. For a pilot who is 35 years old, the medical certificate will remain valid for a period of five years.

This means that if the certificate is issued on March 26 of this year, it will expire on March 31, five years later. The relevant regulation states that the effective period of a third class medical certificate for individuals under 40 years old is five years. This expiration date allows pilots to maintain their medical certification in compliance with aviation regulations.

In this scenario, knowing the duration of validity for medical certificates is essential for pilots to ensure they are operating legally and safely within the aviation system.