Part 61 Holder Identity Verification

Verified from official sources
Become a Certificated Remote Pilot | Federal Aviation Administration - First-Time PilotsVersion 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

After completing your online application in IACRA, you must meet with an FAA-designated person (like a Flight Instructor, Pilot Examiner, or FSDO) to verify your identity and documents.

Requirement as structured

Existing Part 61 certificate holders must make an appointment with an FSDO, DPE, ACR, or CFI to validate their identity and process their application.

Original regulatory text

Step 5: Make an appointment with one of the following entities to validate your identity. Bring your completed Form 8710-13 , proof of your current flight review, photo ID , and your online course completion certificate. - At an FAA Flight Standards District Office ( FSDO ) - With an FAA-designated pilot examiner ( DPE ) - An airman certification representative ( ACR ) - An FAA -certificated flight instructor ( CFI )*

Applies when

country
United States
operation
Part 107 small UAS operation
operation regime
part_107
pilot credential
Part 61 pilot certificate
aircraft category
small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)
regulatory category
General