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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 5Ch. 4Art. 1§ 1171 Pilot Licensing Authority

§ 1171 Pilot Licensing Authority

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§ 1171 Pilot Licensing Authority

This law says the board is the only group that decides who can get a pilot license and gives out the license, and anyone who already had a state pilot’s license on Jan 1 , 1985 is automatically treated as having a board‑issued license.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board alone decides who can get a pilot license and issues it.
  • •The board can set the rules for what makes someone qualified.
  • •Anyone with a valid state pilot’s license on Jan 1 , 1985 automatically gets a board license.

Example

Jane got a state pilot’s license in 1984. When the board started issuing licenses, Jane didn’t have to apply again—her old license counts as a board license.

Because Jane’s license was valid on Jan 1 , 1985, the board treats her as if it gave her the license itself, so she can keep flying without extra paperwork.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 1171 Pilot Licensing Authority

(a)  The board shall have the sole authority to determine the qualifications for obtaining a license as a pilot pursuant to this division, determine who shall have the license, and issue the license. (b) A person possessing a valid state pilot’s license on January 1, 1985, is hereby licensed as if the license was granted by the board. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 324, Sec. 14. (AB 1025) Effective January 1, 2012.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

boardsole authorityqualificationslicensepilotvalid state pilot’s licenseJanuary 1, 1985

Related Statutes

  • § 1170 Pilot Licensing Requirements
  • § 1170.1 Pilot Staffing Requirements
  • § 1171.5 Pilot Licensing And Training
  • § 1173 Pilot License Application Requirements
  • § 1182 Pilot License Revocation Suspension

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 1171.
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