Duration of FAA-Recognized Identification Area Approval
Verified from official sources14 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