CAA Exercise ECG
for Pilots & ATCOs
A treadmill exercise ECG performed to the UK CAA's published protocol for Class 1, Class 2, LAPL and air traffic controller medicals, reported by our consultant cardiologist with full ECG tracings for your AME.
£365Coming soon to our Luton clinic, near Luton Airport
Exercise ECG for your CAA medical
When your AME or the CAA asks for an exercise ECG, they need it done a particular way. The CAA publishes a standard protocol, agreed with its cardiology advisers, and a test that does not follow it may have to be repeated.
We run every CAA exercise ECG to that protocol: the Bruce treadmill protocol, a 12-lead ECG recorded at the end of each minute and through ten minutes of recovery, and a symptom-limited test aiming for at least nine minutes of walking.
Every test is reported by our consultant cardiologist, and you receive the full report and ECG tracings within 24 working hours, ready to send to your AME.
When your AME may ask for one
Common reasons in the CAA guidance- Class 1 extended cardiovascular assessment (65+)
- Raised cardiovascular risk score
- Bundle branch block or other ECG findings
- Follow-up after a heart event or stent
- Investigation of fainting (syncope)
- Heart valve or heart muscle conditions
- ATCO Class 3 medical at age 65
Aviation cardiac test pricing
Fixed, all-inclusive prices. Your AME will tell you which tests they need.
- Bruce protocol to the CAA standard
- 12-lead ECG with 10-minute recovery
- Consultant cardiologist report
- Full ECG tracings for your AME
- Heart ultrasound scan
- Valves, heart muscle and pumping function
- Specialist report
- Often requested alongside an exercise ECG
- 24 hours to 14 days of ECG
- For rhythm and conduction questions
- Written report
- Self-fit kit by post available
* All prices are fixed with no hidden fees. VAT does not apply to medical diagnostic services. No GP referral required.
Results your AME can use
Built around what the CAA asks your cardiologist to provide.
Done to the CAA protocol
Bruce protocol, 12 leads, a reading every minute and ten minutes of recovery, exactly as the CAA's exercise ECG protocol sets out.
Consultant cardiologist report
Every exercise ECG is reported by our consultant cardiologist, including the reason if you stop before nine minutes and your beta blocker status.
Tracings included
Class 1 and Class 3 need the full report with ECG tracings. We give you both as standard, within 24 working hours.
Who this test is for
Pilots and controllers whose AME or the CAA has asked for an exercise ECG as part of their medical.
Your exercise ECG, step by step
From your AME's request to a report you can send back.
Get in touch ~5 mins
Send us your AME or CAA letter if you have one, and tell us about any medication, especially beta blockers. No referral needed.
Treadmill test ~30 mins
A resting ECG first, then the Bruce protocol: walking (not running) as the speed and incline rise, with 12-lead monitoring and ten minutes of recovery.
Report & tracings 24 hours
Our consultant cardiologist reports the test. You receive the report and full tracings within 24 working hours, ready for your AME.
CAA exercise ECG locations
Coming soon to our Luton clinic, a short drive from Luton Airport. Get in touch to register your interest and we will contact you as soon as bookings open.
Full appointment details, including your nearest clinic location, are confirmed directly with you when you book.
Luton — Coming Soon
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