Who needs a CAAP RPA Controller Certificate?

CAAP states an RPA Controller Certificate is required for individuals who intend to operate drones commercially, or whose drones weigh 7 kg and above. PCAR Part 2.13 also ties the certificate to commercial RPAS operations and to non-commercial Large RPA operations (and certain controlled/prohibited airspace cases).

How much does the knowledge test and certificate cost?

Per the CAAP RPA Controller Certificate page: knowledge test PHP 230.00 per subject (AEB), Knowledge Test Report PHP 140.00, and certificate application fee PHP 3,360. A skill/demonstration flight fee may also be charged—confirm with CAAP LCD.

What is the Open Category altitude limit under PCAR Part 11?

Open Category operations must keep the RPA within 120 m Above Ground Level (AGL), among other conditions such as VLOS, MTOM of 25 kg or less, and minimum horizontal distances from uninvolved people and built-up/recreational areas.

Is the skill test part of this practice bank?

No. This bank prepares you for the AEB written knowledge examination. After passing knowledge, you still need a Skill Test Permit and must pass the CAAP demonstration flight before certificate issuance.

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Key Facts: CAAP RPA Controller Exam

PHP 230

AEB knowledge test fee per subject

CAAP RPA Controller Certificate page

PHP 3,360

Certificate application fee after knowledge + skill pass

CAAP RPA Controller Certificate page

5 years

RPA Controller Certificate validity

PCAR Part 2.13.6 / CAAP

120 m AGL

Open Category maximum altitude

PCAR Part 11.11.8 (January 2026)

7 kg+

Large RPA / certificate trigger for non-commercial heavy drones

CAAP RPA Controller Certificate page

CAAP requires an RPA Controller Certificate for commercial RPAS ops or drones ≥7 kg. Knowledge test is AEB-administered (PHP 230/subject); report PHP 140; certificate fee PHP 3,360; validity 5 years. Open Category limits include ≤25 kg MTOM, VLOS, ≤120 m AGL, ≥30 m from uninvolved people, and ≥150 m from built-up/recreational areas. Exact AEB item count/time/pass mark are not published on the certificate page—confirm when booking.

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1Under CAAP guidance, an RPA Controller Certificate is required when a person intends to operate drones commercially or when the drone weighs:

A.7 kg and above

B.250 g and above

C.25 kg and above

D.150 kg and above

Explanation: CAAP's RPA Controller Certificate page states the certificate is required for commercial operations or for drones weighing 7 kg and above. The 25 kg figure is the Open Category MTOM ceiling in PCAR Part 11, not the certificate trigger weight.

2What is the minimum age to apply for a CAAP RPA Controller Certificate?

A.16 years old

B.18 years old

C.21 years old

D.14 years old

Explanation: CAAP eligibility requires the applicant to be at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of application. This differs from some foreign remote-pilot ages (for example, FAA Part 107 at 16).

3Besides manufacturer type training, how much RPA operating experience outside controlled airspace is required for RPA Controller Certificate eligibility?

A.At least ten (10) hours

B.At least two (2) hours

C.At least five (5) hours

D.At least twenty (20) hours

Explanation: PCAR Part 2.13.3 and the CAAP certificate page require at least five (5) hours experience operating RPAs outside controlled airspace, plus manufacturer training, the RPAS exam, and a demonstration flight.

4Which body administers the written RPAS knowledge test for RPA Controller Certificate applicants?

A.Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB)

B.Department of Transportation only

C.Local government unit (LGU)

D.Airmen Examination Board (AEB)

Explanation: CAAP directs applicants to schedule the knowledge test with the Airmen Examination Board and pay PHP 230.00 per subject via the AEB online portal.

5What fee does CAAP publish for the AEB knowledge examination per subject for RPA Controller applicants?

A.PHP 230.00

B.PHP 140.00

C.PHP 3,360.00

D.PHP 450.00

Explanation: The CAAP RPA Controller Certificate page states the examination fee is Php 230.00 per subject, scheduled through aeb.caap.gov.ph.

6After passing the written test, what fee does CAAP publish for issuance of the Knowledge Test Report?

A.PHP 230.00

B.PHP 140.00

C.PHP 3,360.00

D.PHP 200.00

Explanation: CAAP states that after passing the written test you are issued a Knowledge Test Report for a fee of Php 140.00.

7What certificate application fee does CAAP publish after an applicant has passed both the knowledge test and skill assessment?

A.PHP 230

B.PHP 140

C.PHP 3,360

D.PHP 1,000

Explanation: CAAP's process step for final application lists paying the necessary application fee of Php 3,360 after knowledge and skill results are complete.

8How long is an RPA Controller Certificate issued by CAAP effective?

A.Two (2) years from the date of issuance

B.Lifetime with no expiry

C.One (1) year from the date of issuance

D.Five (5) years from the date of issuance

Explanation: PCAR Part 2.13.6 and the CAAP page state the certificate is effective for five (5) years from issuance unless amended, suspended, revoked, terminated, or surrendered.

9Which CAAP form number is listed for the RPA Controller Certificate application package?

A.Form No. 542

B.Form No. 8710

C.Form No. 337

D.Form No. 101

Explanation: CAAP's checklist requires a filled-out CAAP Form No. 542 (downloadable from CAAP PEL forms).

10Which of the following is a required eligibility element for an RPA Controller Certificate under PCAR Part 2.13.3?

A.Holding an Airline Transport Pilot Licence

B.Passing the demonstration flight conducted by authorized Authority personnel

C.Completing a university aeronautical engineering degree

D.Owning a registered fixed-wing aircraft

Explanation: Part 2.13.3 requires manufacturer training, ≥5 hours outside controlled airspace, passing the RPAS exam, and passing the demonstration flight by authorized Authority personnel.

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