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Where can I find a Recommending Instructor (RI) to sign off on my UAV certificate application?

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I recently passed the FAA UAV exam and proceeded to IACRA to apply for the certificate. After completing the process I was instructed by notes online at the IACRA site that I would have to have my application "processed by a Recommending Instructor (RI) or Certifying Officer (CO)". Where do I find an FAA RI or CO? I have tried calling the FSDO in Atlanta to schedule an appointment but I don't know if it is in operation during the pandemic. Any help is appreciated.

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  1. John Scarry on Sep 21, 2020

    Any flight instructor can sign it. Your local flight school would probably do if for free if you ask nicely.

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  2. Russ Roslewski on Sep 22, 2020

    Assuming you are already a pilot, a flight instructor that you have an existing relationship with would be my first stop. I’ve done these before, and since I already know the person, it only takes a few minutes and I consider it a gesture of continued goodwill and don’t charge them anything. No trip to the FSDO is necessary.

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