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Besides age, which language skill does the FAA require for a Remote Pilot Certificate?
Read, speak, write and understand English.
- Read English only
- Read, speak, write and understand English ✔
- Speak any language used by local ATC
Why: All four English skills are part of eligibility under Part 107. If a medical reason prevents one, the FAA can add operating limits to the certificate instead.
Huh, didn't know that: Eligibility also requires that you not know of any physical or mental condition that would interfere with safe drone flying.
Why did the drone pilot study grammar? To avoid dangling propellers.
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Answer: Read, speak, write and understand English. All four English skills are part of eligibility under Part 107. If a medical reason prevents one, the FAA can add operating limits to the certificate instead.
- 14 CFR 107.61 Eligibility www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107/section-107.61
Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
Checked 2026-10-09.
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