DVLA- and Aviation-Compliant Airside Driver Medicals in the UK
Are you applying to work in airside operations or renewing your airside vehicle driver qualification? At Driver Medical Test, we offer fast, reliable, and DVLA- and aviation-compliant Airside Medicals conducted by GMC-registered doctors with specific knowledge of airside safety standards. Serving individuals in airport operations across the UK, our comprehensive examinations ensure you meet all health and security requirements—helping you begin or continue your crucial work with full compliance.
Who Requires an Airside Driver Medical?
Any personnel required to operate vehicles within the airside perimeter of an airport must undergo an airside driving medical to ensure fitness for the role. This includes positions such as:
• Aircraft Cleaner Drivers
• Aircraft De-Icer Operators
• PCV Bus Drivers
• Ambulance lift Drivers
• Ramp Drivers
• HGV Drivers
These medicals are essential to ensure that employees working in airports do not have any medical conditions that could affect the safety of themselves, others, and aircraft.
Who Needs an Airside Medical?
An Airside Medical is typically required for:
- Ground crew such as airside vehicle drivers, baggage handlers, and safety personnel.
- New applicants or renewals for airport access and airside licences.
- Workers whose job roles involve operating or assisting inside secure zones.
- Anyone requested to undergo a medical as part of employment or licensing by the airport operator.
Without a valid medical check, access to airside areas and licencing approval may be delayed or denied.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Be sure to have with you:
- Official photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Corrective lenses (if applicable) along with relevant prescriptions
- A list of any medications you’re currently taking
- Relevant medical documentation or letters from your GP (if you have a medical condition)
- Any employment documentation or forms provided by the airport authority or employer
Arriving 10 minutes early allows for smooth check-in and completion of initial documentation.
What to Expect During Your Airside Medical
The examination generally takes around 20–30 minutes and includes:
- Medical history assessment – Discussion of past or existing health conditions and medications
- Vision and acuity test – Including assessments for reduced vision or colour blindness
- Blood pressure and cardiovascular screening – Ensuring safe operation even in high-stress situations
- Vision Assessment: Evaluating your eyesight to ensure it meets the required standards.
- Physical fitness evaluation – Includes reflection, reaction, hearing, and mobility tests
- Aviation-specific checks – Based on employer standards or airport authority criteria
- Form and certificate completion – Your doctor will fill the necessary forms for airport access and DVLA submission
- Hearing Test: Ensuring adequate hearing ability for safe communication in noisy environments.
You will leave with the required documentation to proceed with your airside or DVLA compliance.
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Why Choose Driver Medical Test for Your Airside Medical
We deliver a seamless and professional service tailored to airport roles:
- GMC-registered doctors experienced in aviation medicals
- Quick appointment availability, including evenings and weekends
- Full compliance with DVLA and airport authority standards
- Transparent and competitive pricing
- Prompt results, allowing you to secure your airside access efficiently
Where We Operate
We serve airport staff and contractors working across the UK’s airside premises. Our Airside Medicals are offered at multiple sites across the UK. Currently, we operate at the following sites:
- London
- Grantham
- Nottingham
- Leicester
- Spalding
- Rainham
- Benfleet
- Peterborough
- And expanding across other UK regions
We serve airport staff and contractors working across the UK’s airside premises.
Book Your Airside Medical Today
Take the next step toward your airside role:
- Choose your nearest clinic and appointment time
- Fill in the simple online form and process your payment
- Arrive with your documentation and any provided forms
- Leave with your completed medical certificate ready for submission
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📞 Questions? Call 020 3879 3833 for support with your booking or airport forms.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What documents do I need for an airside medical?
Bring photo ID, employer details, medication list and any previous certificates if renewing.
2. Does the airside medical include hearing or vision checks?
Yes, basic eyesight and hearing assessments are included as part of fitness screening.
3. Can I complete the airside medical if I'm on long-term medication?
Yes, controlled medication is not usually a problem as long as it doesn’t affect safety-sensitive tasks.
4. Do you issue the airside certificate on the same day?
5. Is the airside medical accepted at all UK airports?
Yes, certificates issued by GMC-registered doctors are accepted at major UK airports.
DVLA D4 Form
The DVLA D4 Form must be completed by doctor as a part of your licence application. You can get D4 form:
We can also provide you with a D4 form during your appointment.
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