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Regulation · 14 CFRCurrent as of October 26, 2026 (eCFR)

14 CFR 65.59 Skill requirements

Subpart C—Aircraft Dispatchers

A reference copy of the official regulation text for study. It is not legal advice or an FAA interpretation; always confirm against the current official source.

An applicant for an aircraft dispatcher certificate must pass a practical test given by the Administrator, with respect to any one type of large aircraft used in air carrier operations. To pass the practical test for an aircraft dispatcher certificate, the applicant must satisfactorily demonstrate the objectives in the areas of operation specified in the Aircraft Dispatcher Practical Test Standards (incorporated by reference, see § 65.23).

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