FAA Private Pilot Helicopter (PRH)RegulationsEasy
A private helicopter pilot moves to a new permanent residence. According to 14 CFR 61.60, within how many days must the pilot notify the FAA Airman Certification Branch of the address change, and what happens if the pilot fails to do so?
- A60 days; failure to notify results in an automatic $50 fine
- B30 days; if not notified within that time, the pilot may not exercise the privileges of the certificate until the new address is reported
- C30 days; failure to notify has no effect on certificate privileges
- D90 days; the pilot must surrender the certificate for reissuance
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. 30 days; if not notified within that time, the pilot may not exercise the privileges of the certificate until the new address is reported
14 CFR 61.60 requires an airman to notify the FAA Airman Certification Branch in writing of any change in permanent mailing address within 30 days. If the pilot fails to do so, they may not exercise the privileges of their certificate after the 30-day period until the change is reported.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. There is no monetary fine specified in this regulation.
- C. Failure to notify does affect certificate privileges after 30 days.
- D. 90 days and surrender/reissuance are not part of this rule.
Change of Address (61.60)
An airman must notify the FAA of a permanent mailing address change within 30 days or lose the privilege to exercise certificate privileges until reported.
- Notification is written, sent to the Airman Certification Branch
- 30-day window applies
- Non-compliance suspends exercise of privileges after 30 days
Memory trick: '30 days or grounded' – notify or lose privileges.