Temporary Remote Pilot Certificate Validity Period

In plain language

When you qualify, you will receive a temporary remote pilot certificate that is valid for a maximum of 120 days until your permanent certificate is issued.

Requirement as structured

A temporary remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating is issued for up to 120 calendar days.

Original regulatory text

A temporary remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating is issued for up to 120 calendar days, at which time a permanent certificate will be issued to a person whom the Administrator finds qualified under this part.

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