Physical Possession of Certificate and Identification

In plain language

You must carry your physical remote pilot certificate and a government-issued photo ID with you whenever you fly a drone, and show them if an FAA inspector or law enforcement officer asks.

Requirement as structured

Small UAS operators must have their remote pilot certificate and identification in their physical possession when operating.

Original regulatory text

In addition, small UAS operators must have their remote pilot certificate and identification in their physical possession when operating, ready to present to authorized individuals upon request.

Applies when

country

United States

operation

Part 107 small UAS operation

operation regime

part_107

aircraft category

small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)

regulatory category

General