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What is the minimum age to get an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate?

16 years old.

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  1. 16 years old ✔
  2. 14 years old
  3. 18 years old

Why: Part 107 requires you to be at least 16 to hold a Remote Pilot Certificate. You must also read, speak, write and understand English and have no known condition that would make flying unsafe.

Huh, didn't know that: At the knowledge test, your photo ID must show a date of birth proving you meet the age requirement.

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Why did the 15-year-old drone pilot keep checking the calendar? He was counting down to sweet sixteen and clear skies.
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References

Answer: 16 years old. Part 107 requires you to be at least 16 to hold a Remote Pilot Certificate. You must also read, speak, write and understand English and have no known condition that would make flying unsafe.

  1. 14 CFR 107.61 Eligibility (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/section-107.61
    Be at least 16 years of age;
    Checked 2026-10-07.
  2. FAA, Become a Certificated Remote Pilot www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators
    At least 16 years old
    Checked 2026-10-07.

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