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.

Email Address

lcd@caap.gov.ph

Telephone No.

Trunkline (02) 8246-4988

Local (2121)

ELIGIBILITY

  1. Is at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of application;
  2. 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;
  3. Has at least five (5) hours of experience in operating RPAs outside controlled airspace;
  4. Has Passed RPAS Exam; and
  5. 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. (https://aeb.caap.gov.ph/aebonline/)

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.

LISTS OF CAAP REQUIREMENTS/CHECKLISTS

  • CAAP Application Form No. 542 (download here)
  • Training Certificate (At least 5 hours of Flight Training)
  • Specification of Drone
  • Picture of the Remotely Piloted Aircraft/Drone with Serial Number
  • Knowledge Test Result
  • 2 pcs 1 x 1 picture with white background