Duration of FAA-Recognized Identification Area Approval

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 89.225Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

If you operate in a FRIA, be aware that the FRIA's status is valid for 48 months from its approval date unless renewed or terminated.

Requirement as structured

An FAA-recognized identification area remains in effect for 48 calendar months from the date of FAA approval.

Original regulatory text

Except as otherwise provided in this subpart, an FAA-recognized identification area will be in effect for 48 calendar months after the date the FAA approves the request for establishment of an FAA-recognized identification area.

Applies when

country
United States
operation
Remote identification of unmanned aircraft
regulatory area
remote_id
aircraft category
unmanned aircraft required to be registered
regulatory category
General