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Default Violation while flying a drone ... Can you lose your certificate?

Some are wondering if the FAA can take action against your certificate as a result of doing things you shouldn't do with a drone. Thankfully, the answer to this question is known, and a quick search produced this:


"Has the FAA Revoked or Suspended a Drone Pilot’s Certificate?
A: Yes, the FAA has brought certificate action enforcement cases against drone pilots. Of the 70 UAS enforcement action cases we analyzed, 5 of them resulted in a form of certificate action. 2 cases resulted in certificate revocation. 2 cases resulted in certificate suspension (170 day and 120 day periods). 1 case resulted in certificate revocation AND a $3,000 civil penalty."