Designation of Remote Pilot in Command

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.19Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

You must ensure that a remote pilot in command is designated for the flight before you take off or during the flight operation.

Requirement as structured

A remote pilot in command must be designated before or during the flight of the small unmanned aircraft.

Original regulatory text

A remote pilot in command must be designated before or during the flight of the small unmanned aircraft.

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
regulation framework
FAA Part 107