What Happens to Your FAA Pilot Certificate Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Certificate
Notify FAA of death
Medical
Automatically invalidated
Contact
1-844-322-6948
Step-by-Step Guide
Notify FAA
Contact the FAA at 1-844-322-6948 to report the death and invalidate the pilot certificate and medical certificate.
Handle aircraft registration separately
If the pilot owned aircraft, the FAA aircraft registration must be transferred separately through the Aircraft Registration Branch.
Document Now Checklist
- FAA certificate number and ratings
- Aircraft owned (N-numbers)
- Medical certificate class and expiration
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with FAA Pilot Certificate. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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