CBO Recognition Eligibility
Verified from official sourcesAC 91-57C ¶ 3.2.1Version 2Effective -Verified 29 August 2026
In plain language
This process applies to organizations seeking CBO status, rather than individual recreational pilots.
Requirement as structured
An applicant is advised to submit information demonstrating compliance with 49 U.S.C. § 44809(h) to be recognized as a Community-Based Organization (CBO) by the FAA.
Original regulatory text
The FAA will recognize an applicant that submits information demonstrating compliance with 49 U.S.C. § 44809(h) as a CBO. If the FAA recognizes the CBO, the FAA will issue a letter of recognition to the CBO evidencing the organization’s status as a recognized CBO. The FAA will maintain a list of recognized CBOs at https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/.
Applies when
- country
- United States
- entity type
- Community-Based Organization (CBO)
- regulatory category
- General