Inspire_Steve
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Based on this faq (http://www.faa.gov/uas/legislati ... n_333/333_faqs/#q12)], I can see why you (inspirehelp) are so certain in your response. I've been reading through these and I've noticed in these exemptions, the petitioners make no mention of having a pilots license of any kind and some even state why they shouldn't need one. Yet, the exemption is granted, AND includes the following condition:
Under this grant of exemption, a PIC (pilot in control) must hold either an airline transport,
commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a
current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a
state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal
government. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in
14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.
So, it appears they are granting the exemption with this condition. So, while many people may claim to have exemption status, I think there's a glaring oversight here (possibly on purpose?) that essentially nullifies it, for many.
Do do you need a pilots license (or some minimal cert) to get an exemption? The answer would indeed appear to be "no". But to be valid, "yes".
If anyone has other information that contradicts this, please share. Thank you. |
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