Aerospace Medical Certification Subsystem (AMCS) Online Support
Updated: 9:56 am ET May 1, 2009
Before logging on to AMCS, please check System Alerts and Important Notices.
On Monday May 4, 2009 at approximately 8:00 am (CDT), we will deploy the AMCS v2.3.0.0 maintenence release. This maintenance release adds various application enhancements that have mainly been captured through end user feedback. The release notes are included for your review.
Beginning May 9, 2009 at 8:00 am (CDT) through May 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm, AMCS will not be available to the user community due to infrastructure work being performed in the data center.
Thursday February 12, 2009
On February 5, 2009, we implemented a new DIWS web server to replace aging equipment. Currently all AMCS users are automatically re-directed to the new web server after logging in.
Beginning February 18, 2009, the URL for the AMCS Login Page will change. Please update your shortcut to AMCS to use the following URL - https://diws.faa.gov
Monday January 26, 2009
The problem AMEs and their staff have experienced recently when attempting to transmit exams has been resolved. Server and database updates were applied at 8:00 pm (CST) on 1.24.2009 and there have been no problems since that time.
Friday December 12, 2008
AME-Administered aviation Signal Light Gun test is prohibited.
Wednesday December 10, 2008
Important information regarding MedXPress
Please remind your airmen they must carry their Authorization Letter at all times while exercising their pilot's license privileges. The Authorization Letter must be in the possession of the airman or be readily available in the aircraft. Airmen must present this Authorization to you at the time of each FAA medical application.
General Information for the AME
If you have any questions or problems regarding electronic submission of the FAA Form 8500-8, please contact us at:
- System Alerts (May 9-10, 2009 - AMCS will not be available to AMEs and staff)
- Important Notices (Friday December 12, 2008 - AME-Administered aviation Signal Light Gun test is prohibited.)
- Notice Archives for the proper procedure for handling the FAA Original Copy of the 8500-8 form.
- Previous Updates for important system update information.
On Monday May 4, 2009 at approximately 8:00 am (CDT), we will deploy the AMCS v2.3.0.0 maintenence release. This maintenance release adds various application enhancements that have mainly been captured through end user feedback. The release notes are included for your review.
- AMCS v2.3.0.0 Release Notes (PDF)
- AMCS v2.3.0.0 Release Notes (MS Word)
Beginning May 9, 2009 at 8:00 am (CDT) through May 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm, AMCS will not be available to the user community due to infrastructure work being performed in the data center.
Thursday February 12, 2009
On February 5, 2009, we implemented a new DIWS web server to replace aging equipment. Currently all AMCS users are automatically re-directed to the new web server after logging in.
Beginning February 18, 2009, the URL for the AMCS Login Page will change. Please update your shortcut to AMCS to use the following URL - https://diws.faa.gov
Monday January 26, 2009
The problem AMEs and their staff have experienced recently when attempting to transmit exams has been resolved. Server and database updates were applied at 8:00 pm (CST) on 1.24.2009 and there have been no problems since that time.
Friday December 12, 2008
AME-Administered aviation Signal Light Gun test is prohibited.
Wednesday December 10, 2008
Important information regarding MedXPress
- If an airman uses MedXPress and you import the application, the airmen is not required to sign an 8500-8 form. An electronic signature is captured when the applicant completes a MedXPress application. When you import the application and transmit it to us, the process of storing the electronic signature is complete.
- When an applicant has used MedXPress you should not mail a hard copy to the Aerospace Medical Certification Division (AMCD). If the applicant completes the application using the paper 8500-8 form, you should mail the hard copy after the exam is transmitted.
- When you import a MedXPress application AMCS will assign a GX certificate number to the exam. If you print a certificate through AMCS you should leave the GX number in the system. If you type a certificate using a certificate from your supply of 8500-8 forms, you should replace the GX number with the GG number of the form you used.
- Detailed information about MedXPress
Please remind your airmen they must carry their Authorization Letter at all times while exercising their pilot's license privileges. The Authorization Letter must be in the possession of the airman or be readily available in the aircraft. Airmen must present this Authorization to you at the time of each FAA medical application.
AMCS/DIWS Login
General Information for the AME
- Holiday Calendar
- Important Phone Numbers
- Limitations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Quick Tips
- System Requirements
- AASI Coversheet (PDF)
- AMCS User Guide (MS Word)
- AMCS User Guide (PDF)
- Cover Sheet for Form 8500-8 - Additional Information
- Highlights of System Functionality (MS PowerPoint)
- Information for Macintosh Users
- Medical Forms and Stationary Requisition
If you have any questions or problems regarding electronic submission of the FAA Form 8500-8, please contact us at:
- Phone: (405) 954-3238
- FAX: (405) 954-3917
- email AMCS Support
9:56 am ET May 1, 2009