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Minimum age for a remote pilot certificate

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Question bank updated 2026-09-22

QUESTIONUnder § 107.61, what is the minimum age to be eligible for a remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating?

  1. A16 years of age
  2. B14 years of age
  3. C18 years of age, or 16 with parental consent
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. 16 years of age

  • A — correct § 107.61(a) requires that a person be at least 16 years of age.
  • B — incorrect The minimum age set by § 107.61(a) is 16, not 14.
  • C — incorrect The regulation sets a flat minimum of 16 years; there is no 18-year requirement and no parental consent provision.

BACKGROUND

§ 107.61 of 14 CFR part 107 lists the eligibility requirements for a remote pilot certificate with a small unmanned aircraft system (UAS) rating. A person must be at least 16 years of age; be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language; not know or have reason to know of a physical or mental condition that would interfere with the safe operation of a small UAS; and demonstrate aeronautical knowledge in one of two ways. The knowledge requirement is met either by passing an initial aeronautical knowledge test covering the areas in § 107.73 or, for holders of a part 61 pilot certificate (other than a student pilot certificate) who meet the § 61.56 flight review requirements, by completing training under § 107.74. These requirements are subject to §§ 107.57 and 107.59 on alcohol and drug offenses.

STUDY TIP

Learn the four eligibility items in § 107.61 as a set: age 16, English, no disqualifying condition, and knowledge by test or training.

KEY POINTS

  • The minimum age for a remote pilot certificate is 16 years.
  • Applicants must also be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
  • Aeronautical knowledge is shown by an initial knowledge test or, for qualifying part 61 pilots, by training.

SOURCES

  • 14 CFR 107.61(a)
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SkyDrill is not affiliated with the FAA. This is an original practice item based on 14 CFR part 107, 14 CFR part 89, and the FAA Remote Pilot – Small UAS Study Guide (FAA-G-8082-22). Regulations and handbooks are revised; confirm details against the current edition.