Did you know pilots, are required to update their address with the FAA within 30 days after you move – know how to advise them of a change?
You are required to carry your license any time you fly – what would you do if you lost it? This article covers all the details.
Pilot Change of Address
There are two ways to update your address.
- You can mail them either a:
- Change of Address Notification (PDF) form
- A signed, written request stating your:
name
date of birth
social security number or certificate number
new addressA Post Office Box is not acceptable as a residence address. A residence address must be furnished. If you want us to use your P.O. Box rather than your residence as your mailing address you may provide both.
- You can also update your address online.
Replacement of Pilot License
There are two ways to update your address.
- You can mail them either a:
- Application for Replacement of Lost, Destroyed, or Paper Airman Certificate (PDF) form
- or a signed, written request stating your:
name
date and place of birth
social security number and/or certificate number
the reason you need a replacementYou must include a check or money order for $2 (U.S. funds), made payable to FAA, for each certificate you request.
- You can also request a replacement certificate online.
Important Information:
Mail requests to:
Federal Aviation Administration
Airmen Certification Branch, AFS-760
P.O. Box 25082
Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0082
Allow 4 to 6 weeks for mail processing and 7 to 10 days for on-line processing.
If your residence address is listed as General Delivery, Rural Route, or Star Route, or PO Box, you must provide directions or a map for locating the residence. The FAA does not require that you get a new certificate when updating your address and won’t issue one automatically.
The FAA will only issue one copy of each certificate.
