Congress·Reported·H.R. 2247

Aviation: Digital Pilot Licenses and Medical Certificates

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act

Also known as: Pilot Certificate Accessibility Act

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Congress is considering a plan to let pilots show their licenses and medical records on a smartphone or tablet. Currently, pilots are often required to carry original physical documents to show safety inspectors during checks.
The proposal would require the Federal Aviation Administration to accept digital copies stored on electronic devices or in cloud storage. This change is meant to make it easier for pilots to keep their required paperwork ready at all times.
This rule would apply to all pilot certificates and medical clearances. It aims to modernize government record-keeping by allowing digital versions to carry the same weight as traditional plastic or paper cards.
If this becomes law, the government would have one year to update its safety regulations. This would help prevent pilots from being penalized simply because they didn't have a physical copy of their license on hand.

4 milestones8 actions

Mar 16, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 474.

Mar 16, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-551.

Jan 21, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Jan 21, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jan 21, 2026House

Subcommittee on Aviation Discharged

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act

Bill NumberHR 2247

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 474.

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