Fit-to-Fly Certificate and Physician Assessment in Istanbul
For travellers flying after recent illness, surgery, hospital admission or with a special medical requirement, physician assessment can be coordinated and a Fit-to-Fly certificate prepared when clinically appropriate. The airline may also require its own MEDIF or medical-clearance form.
Who may benefit from this service?
Travellers flying after an illness or hospital admission
Patients returning home after surgery or a procedure
Passengers whose airline requests medical clearance or a MEDIF
Cases involving oxygen, wheelchair assistance or medical escort planning
Service scope
Physician assessment, review of current medical records, Fit-to-Fly documentation when clinically appropriate, and airline MEDIF/medical-clearance coordination can be arranged. Final acceptance for travel remains with the airline.
Coordination process
- 01Collect flight/PNR and current medical information.
- 02A physician assesses the passenger and reviews available records.
- 03If appropriate, prepare Fit-to-Fly documentation and coordinate airline forms when required.
- 04Plan oxygen, escort or transfer needs as separate operational requirements.
Useful information to prepare
- Passport and flight/PNR details
- Current discharge summary or medical report
- Medication list, allergies and date of recent procedure/surgery
- Airline MEDIF or medical form if provided
