At A Plus Optometry, in Ringwood & Mornington, provides CASA aviation eye exams and conduct a thorough ocular assessment.
At A Plus Optometry, in Ringwood & Mornington, provides CASA aviation eye exams and conduct a thorough ocular assessment.
If you’re a pilot or air traffic controller, your vision check isn’t just important – it’s a legal requirement. At our optometry clinic in Ringwood, we provide Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) eye examinations to help you meet your medical certification requirements, helping you stay safe in the skies.
Our CASA-credentialed optometrists are trained and approved to carry out aviation vision assessments for both Class 1, 2 and 3 medical certificates. With expert knowledge of CASA’s regulations, we make the process clear, efficient and stress-free.
A CASA eye exam is a specialised vision check required by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority. It’s part of the medical certification process for:
These exams ensure you have the visual abilities needed to handle cockpit instruments, read charts, perform pre-flight inspections, and respond to rapidly changing environments.
To pass your CASA eye exam, you’ll need to meet the following vision standards:
Your CASA eye exam will take around one hour and includes:
Don’t forget to bring your regular glasses, contact lenses, and any spares you have. CASA requires your vision to be tested using all of these. Also, please ensure you have your ID and Aviation Reference Number (ARN) with you at your appointment.
Class 1 certificate: Valid for 1 year. This is required for:
Class 3 certificate: Valid for 2 years. This is required for:
If you’re over 60, you’ll need an eye exam every two years, with an annual general medical review by a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME). If any eye issues are flagged, you’ll be referred back to us or to a designated aviation ophthalmologist.
After your exam, we will complete your vision assessment report – including any occupational colour vision testing – and submit it directly to CASA on your behalf.
Please note: CASA vision assessments are not covered by Medicare. A consultation and reporting fee applies.
Our optometrists are CASA-credentialed, experienced in occupational vision, and committed to helping you maintain your aviation career. Whether you’re a student pilot just starting out or a seasoned air traffic controller, we’re here to make your eye exam simple, thorough, and compliant.
Ready to book your exam? Give us a call or use our online booking system to lock in your appointment with one of our CASA-certified optometrists. For more information on aviation medical standards, visit the CASA website below.
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