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Airside Medical in Port Talbot
Margam Community Centre, Port Talbot SA13 2AP
£70· 10 minutesSame-day certificate★5.0· 1 review in Port TalbotGMC-registered doctors
Our Port Talbot clinic operates from Margam Community Centre on Bertha Road in the Margam area, a well-established community facility near Margam Country Park and the Tata Steel Works. The clinic is under 5 minutes from junction 38 of the M4 and sits on the A48 corridor connecting Swansea and Bridgend. Parking is available on-site. Port Talbot Parkway station — a mainline stop with services from Swansea, Cardiff, and London Paddington — is a 15-minute walk or short taxi ride. The Port Talbot clinic serves drivers from Neath, Margam, Briton Ferry, and Skewen, as well as those travelling along the M4 from across Neath Port Talbot and neighbouring Bridgend. Our GMC-registered doctor runs examinations on alternating weekends, offering the same thorough, GMC-registered medical that has earned SWDM 5.0 stars across its network.
Why Choose SWDM in Port Talbot?
Our Medical Team
GMC-registered, DVLA-approved examiner
Our GMC-registered doctors are experienced DVLA-approved examiners at South Wales Driver Medicals. They have performed thousands of DVLA D4 medicals for HGV, PCV, LGV, and taxi drivers, and are known by patients for being thorough, unhurried, and putting people at ease.
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How to Find Us in Port Talbot
Parking
Parking is available on-site at Margam Community Centre.
Public Transport
Port Talbot Parkway station (mainline services from Swansea, Cardiff, and London) is a 15-minute walk or short taxi ride. First Cymru X1 express serves Margam via the A48 corridor. The clinic is under 5 minutes from junction 38 of the M4.
Nearby Landmarks
- Margam Country Park — 3 minutes by car
- Junction 38, M4 — 4 minutes by car
- Tata Steel Works — 5 minutes by car
Serving Drivers From Across Port Talbot
Our Port Talbot clinic at Margam Community Centre serves drivers from Port Talbot, Neath, Margam, Briton Ferry, and Skewen. The clinic is centrally located between the M4 junction 38 and the A48, making it accessible from across the Neath Port Talbot area.
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About Your Airside Medical
Airport airside driving requires specialised medical certification ensuring the highest safety standards for vehicle operation within aircraft movement areas. Our airside medical examinations meet Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requirements and airport safety management standards, from £70.
Airside Medical Requirements
Airside medical examinations are mandatory for anyone operating vehicles in restricted airport areas where aircraft taxi, take off, and land. The aviation industry maintains exceptionally strict health standards — airside drivers must demonstrate the physical capability, sensory function, and cognitive fitness to work safely around commercial aircraft in all conditions.
What to Bring
- Your employer’s airside medical form or CAA Class 2 referral
- Your current driving licence (photocard)
- Glasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- A list of any medications you currently take
- Any previous audiometry results if available
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Port Talbot clinic?
We are at Margam Community Centre, Port Talbot SA13 2AP. The community centre is on Bertha Road in Margam, under 5 minutes from junction 38 of the M4 and near Margam Country Park.
Is there parking at the Port Talbot clinic?
Yes, parking is available on-site at Margam Community Centre.
What makes an airside medical different from other driver medicals?
Airside medicals include enhanced vision and hearing tests, stress response evaluation, and assessment of your ability to work safely around aircraft. The standards are more stringent due to the critical safety environment of airport operations.
How long is an airside medical certificate valid?
Typically 1-3 years depending on your age and health status. Some airports or employers may require annual renewals. Drivers over 40 usually need more frequent renewals.
Do I need special preparation for an airside medical?
No special preparation is needed, but ensure you bring glasses/contact lenses if you wear them, a list of medications, and any relevant medical documentation. Get adequate sleep before the examination as alertness is assessed.
What happens if I fail the airside medical?
The doctor will explain the specific reasons and advise on next steps. You may need treatment from your GP, specialist consultation, or time to address any identified health issues before retaking the examination.
Can I drive airside vehicles at any airport with this medical?
The medical certificate is generally recognized across UK airports, but individual airports may have additional requirements or specific permit procedures. Check with your employer or the specific airport authority.
Are there age limits for airside driving?
There's no specific age limit, but older drivers may require more frequent medical renewals and enhanced assessments. Each case is evaluated individually based on health status rather than age alone.
Other Services at Our Port Talbot Clinic
All available at Margam Community Centre, Port Talbot SA13 2AP.
Driver Medical (HGV / LGV / PCV / D4)
10 minutes
D4 Medical
10 minutes
LGV Medical
10 minutes
PCV Medical
10 minutes
Taxi Medical
10 minutes
General Medical
10 minutes
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From £70 · Same-day certificate · GMC-registered doctor