Determination of Certificate Limitations via Practical Exam

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Article 236-40Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

The restrictions on your drone pilot license (such as drone type, weight, night flying, or out-of-sight flying) are decided based on the specific drone and flight maneuvers you use during your practical licensing exam.

Requirement as structured

Limitations on the type of unmanned aircraft and flight methods for a pilot competency certificate (技能証明) shall be determined based on the unmanned aircraft used and the flight methods performed during the practical exam (実地試験).

Original regulatory text

3 法第百三十二条の四十三第一項の無人航空機の種類についての限定及び飛行の方法についての限定は、実地試験に使用される無人航空機及び当該実地試験における飛行の方法により行う。