RPA Controller Certificate

REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT CONTROLLER CERTIFICATE
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT

A Remotely Piloted Aircraft Controller Certificate is required for individuals: (a) who intend to operate their drones commercially or; (b) whose drones weigh 7kg and above.

Concerned Office	Licensing and Certification Department of the Flight Standards Inspectorate Service, Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines.

ELIGIBILITY

Is at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of application;
Has completed an RPAs training course as conducted by the RPA manufacturer in the operation of the type of RPA that he or she proposes to operate;
Has at least five (5) hours of experience in operating RPAs outside controlled airspace;
Has Passed RPAS Exam; and
Has passed the demonstration flight conducted by the authorized personnel of the Authority.

VALIDITY: Five (5) years

PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR RPA CONTROLLER CERTIFICATE

1	Print and submit the following: (a) A training certificate from an authorized operator or individual that shows you have completed an RPAS training with at least 5 hours of flight time on the type of drone you intend to operate. You may inquire at CAAP for authorized provider/s that conduct drone training. (b) Filled out CAAP Form No. 542 (download here); (c) Printout of the Technical Specification of the RPA/Drone; Technical specifications can typically be found in your drone’s manual or downloaded from the manufacturer’s website; and (d) Photos of the RPA/Drone with Serial Number (top, bottom, side, and front view).
2	Secure a schedule for the knowledge test administered at the Airmen Examination Board and pay the examination fee of Php 230.00/subject.
3	After passing the written test, you will be issued a Knowledge Test Report (Fee: Php140.00).
4	Submit the Knowledge Test Report to the Licensing and Certification Department (LCD) to get a Skill Test Permit and schedule of skill assessment. For the conduct of the Skill Test, a fee may be charged.
5	Once you passed, you can now proceed to LCD and submit the following: Knowledge Test Report Skill Test Result 2 pcs. 1 x 1 Photo Pay the necessary application fee (Fee: Php3,360)
6	Claim your Remotely Piloted Aircraft Controller Certificate after 5 working days at the Licensing and Certification Department located at CAAP Annex Building, Old MIA Road, Pasay City.
7	Congratulations! You are now an RPA Controller Certificate holder.