Subjects of the Written Examination for Remote Pilot Certification

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Article 236-48Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

To obtain a drone pilot competency certificate, you must pass a written exam. The exam subjects are determined by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and vary depending on the class of certificate you are applying for.

Requirement as structured

The written examination (学科試験) for the unmanned aircraft pilot competency certificate must be conducted on subjects determined by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for each classification of qualification.

Original regulatory text

第二百三十六条の四十八 学科試験は、資格の区分ごとに国土交通大臣が定める科目について行う。