Air traffic
What are the age requirements for individuals without previous air traffic control (ATC) experience?
Candidates applying to an ATCS Trainee announcement must be age 30 or below, cannot be age 31 as of the closing date of the vacancy.
How long does it take to get a new copy of my written knowledge test results after I've sent in Form 8060-56?
Once we receive Form 8060-56, it usually takes 4-6 weeks
Does the FAA require children on commercial flights to be in child restraint systems (CRS)?
The FAA does not require the use of CRS's on commercial airplanes.
Does a person who paints an aircraft have to be covered under a drug and alcohol testing program?
Yes.
How common are denials for third-class airman medical certificates?
Over the past 3 years.
How did the recent FAA legislation that was enacted change the air traffic controller (ATC) hiring process?
FAA Act 2016 mandates separate selection pools for Track 1 applicants based on education and veteran status.
Can I open my own business if I have a valid airframe and powerplant (A and P) mechanics license (certificate)?
Licensed A&P mechanics can do aircraft maintenance as a business without being a certified repair station.
How much-checked baggage may I take on board an airliner?
Airlines allow passengers to travel with a certain amount of personal checked baggage free of charge.
Does a person who cleans an aircraft have to be covered under a drug and alcohol testing program?
No
If I will only be exercising sport pilot privileges, do I need to renew an FAA medical certificate I now possess when it expires?
Valid U.S. driver's license for sport pilot. FAA medical certificate required for private pilot or higher.
How does the FAA select candidates for air traffic controller (ATC) positions?
ATO gives priority to experienced candidates who apply 49 They must meet all requirements and clear medical and security checks.
How do I get an FAA airframe and powerplant license with foreign experience?
If in the US during application, you need a letter from your country's Civil Aviation Authority confirming your training meets US requirements.
Which child restraint systems does FAA approve for use on aircraft?
The FAA controls the approval of some but not all CRSs.
Do I need to conduct another pre-employment test if it takes more than 6 months to hire someone for a safety-sensitive position?
Yes
Is a Special Issuance considered denial of an application for an airman medical certificate?
No. Special Issuance is not considered the denial of an FAA airman medical certificate.
Does the FAA pay for my air traffic controller (ATC) training?
Yes, the FAA pays for initial ATC training for entry-level ATC employees.
Can I get a pilot license (certificate) or other FAA certificate if I have a felony conviction?
Felony conviction? No FAA cert for drug/alcohol offense for 1 year after final conviction.
What items may I carry on board a plane?
The Transportation Security Administration regulates what can and cannot be carried on board an airliner.
Are employers required to renew their contractor registrations for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) drug and alcohol programs?
Yes
Can I use my current driver's license as proof of my medical qualification, or do I need to renew my medical certificate if it was previously denied, suspended, or revoked?
If you are ultimately certified then you are no longer on record with the FAA
If I graduated from a Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) school, do I still have to take an assessment test?
ATCS Trainee applicants must pass the AT-SA Exam to be considered for hiring, regardless of Pool.
Why can’t I get my original date of issue on a replacement license (certificate)?
Airman certificate issue date must match the Administrator's signature date and format.
What is the required age that an airline allows a child to fly unaccompanied by an adult?
The FAA does not regulate unaccompanied minors.
As a commercial air tour operator, I applied for a Letter of Authorization (LOA) from my local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). Am I required to provide the FSDO with evidence of a drug and alcohol registration and testing program?
No
Can I fly as a sports pilot with a chronic medical condition like diabetes and a valid driver's license, assuming I meet all other qualifications and have not previously applied for FAA medical certification?
You should consult with your personal physician to determine if any medical conditions would interfere with safe sport piloting.