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402FreightDog 04-20-2017 05:45 PM

Where do you carry your credentials?
 
New to the 121 world.

Just curious how/where different folks carry their license, medical, FCC cert and passport.

I will be jumpseating on a regular basis so (in theory) will need to be digging out my license and medical to have available for the captain. I will also likely be going to Mexico and/or Canada, so will need to have my passport handy as well.

I have always just kept my license and medical in my wallet, but never needed to readily access them on a continual basis and never carried my FCC license or passport. Passport isn't exactly the most convenient thing to tuck away. I would like a common place to keep everything and don't want to go off and leave something.

Thanks

PDTFlyer 04-20-2017 06:09 PM

I paper clipped my FCC license to my passport. Medical and license are in my wallet on my person. Passport is kept in my carry on bag that goes under the seat in front of me.

lakehouse 04-20-2017 06:13 PM


Originally Posted by PDTFlyer (Post 2347805)
I paper clipped my FCC license to my passport. Medical and license are in my wallet on my person. Passport is kept in my carry on bag that goes under the seat in front of me.

In the event someone out aviation needed our docs we now have a great place to read about where most pilots keep their document's

Bloggs 04-20-2017 06:23 PM

I use a waterproof ID holder.

WITZ WATERPROOF SEE IT SAFE | Waterproof Cases and Protective Cases for Canon Cameras, iPhones, and ID's

Carries everything except the passport, which goes in my shirt pocket.

zondaracer 04-20-2017 06:44 PM

I use a fanny pack and wear it all the time, even when sleeping and showering (but I don't sleep and shower at the same time in case that's what you were envisioning).

PDTFlyer 04-20-2017 06:52 PM


Originally Posted by lakehouse (Post 2347810)
In the event someone out aviation needed our docs we now have a great place to read about where most pilots keep their document's

Yep. They could also print fakes off of
Google and not have to try n steal it off of a pilot.

minimwage4 04-20-2017 06:53 PM


Originally Posted by zondaracer (Post 2347837)
I use a fanny pack and wear it all the time, even when sleeping and showering (but I don't sleep and shower at the same time in case that's what you were envisioning).

Rick Steves always says a fanny pack works best.

snackysmores 04-20-2017 09:37 PM


Originally Posted by zondaracer (Post 2347837)
I use a fanny pack and wear it all the time, even when sleeping and showering (but I don't sleep and shower at the same time in case that's what you were envisioning).

Obviously not enough room in the jansport backpack huh :D

N19906 04-20-2017 10:25 PM

Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

AirBat 04-20-2017 10:54 PM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2347920)
Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

Actually at my shop somebody almost got violated on a line check from a fed in canada for not having the FCC license, so yeah.

qazWSX 04-20-2017 11:48 PM

I keep my documents in my wife's panties.

Secure. Even I have trouble accessing them.

CaptYoda 04-21-2017 01:10 AM

R/T endorsement is required under ICAO and if you are ramp checked overseas the Inspector will ask for it.

U.S. Airman Certificates don't include the R/T endorsement and also they only state "English Proficient." The latter means you possess Level 4 proficiency which according to ICAO guidelines must be renewed every 4 years. Additionally, U.S. certificates have no expiration dates and there is no way of proving that you are current on the aircraft you are flying by looking at of your certificate.

So if you fly internationally it will be a good idea to have the FCC license and your proficiency details (sim check form, line check details etc).

mexipilot84 04-21-2017 04:50 AM

I carry a passport wallet in my pocket. It has slots for cards where I put my FCC etc. Another pocket with my medical inside of it. I keep it with me ever since I left it in my flight bag when I was trying to JS home. Makes it easy to get when going through global entry!

JediCheese 04-21-2017 04:52 AM


Originally Posted by CaptYoda (Post 2347937)
So if you fly internationally it will be a good idea to have the FCC license and your proficiency details (sim check form, line check details etc).

Not bothering with proficiency details. Do you also carry around your logbooks to prove that you've done 3 landings within the last 90 days?

wmupilot85 04-21-2017 05:31 AM

Passport, FCC license, and medical all sit in my EFB sleeve in the front pouch. Pilots license sits with my drivers license in my wallet.

Lvlng4Spd 04-21-2017 05:34 AM


Originally Posted by lakehouse (Post 2347810)
In the event someone out aviation needed our docs we now have a great place to read about where most pilots keep their document's

Oh...gosh. Imagine that, pilots put their docs exactly where you'd expect. Who are you, that idiot Don Lemon from CNN? No story here homie.

Hacker15e 04-21-2017 05:35 AM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This Passport wallet allows me to keep all my docs aside from my company ID together.

CBreezy 04-21-2017 05:40 AM

I have a tiny wallet that I keep my licenses, medical and FCC permit in. I keep that wallet in my flight kit next to my passport. If I have that little wallet, I have everything I need.

CaptYoda 04-21-2017 07:19 AM


Originally Posted by JediCheese (Post 2347970)
Not bothering with proficiency details. Do you also carry around your logbooks to prove that you've done 3 landings within the last 90 days?

I haven't but I know that some pilots, especially those flying overseas do so.

RemoveB4Flight 04-21-2017 10:30 AM


Originally Posted by Lvlng4Spd (Post 2347991)
Oh...gosh. Imagine that, pilots put their docs exactly where you'd expect. Who are you, that idiot Don Lemon from CNN? No story here homie.

Haha you beat me to it. Not sure where else we could keep our documents besides our wallet or luggage.

tcco94 04-21-2017 11:16 AM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2347920)
Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

????

Do you just rely on your other pilot to be carrying his when you get an international trip?

idlethrust 04-21-2017 11:20 AM


Originally Posted by zondaracer (Post 2347837)
I use a fanny pack and wear it all the time, even when sleeping and showering (but I don't sleep and shower at the same time in case that's what you were envisioning).

Fanny pack inside of my backpack.
Get it right.

GreatBigSea 04-21-2017 11:50 AM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2347920)
Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

The FCC permit is required to be carried by my company and its been required by every company I've worked for.

Your shop may be different, but I would double check your FOM/GOM to make certain.

gatorhater 04-21-2017 12:05 PM


Originally Posted by CBreezy (Post 2347996)
I have a tiny wallet that I keep my licenses, medical and FCC permit in. I keep that wallet in my flight kit next to my passport. If I have that little wallet, I have everything I need.

Same thing here but I'd throw in a credit card or $50 in case you forget your regular wallet. Learned that lesson the hard way...

tom11011 04-21-2017 02:02 PM

Sealable ID Holder | Stop-Over Store

Everything I need is in here except passport. There is a dull side and a shinier side. Put your known crew member card on the shinier side so it will scan properly at TSA. I noticed with mine if you put it on the duller side it won't scan and you have to take it out. On the other side I just put my airline ID. Everything else in the middle.

N19906 04-21-2017 04:19 PM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2347920)
Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

Sigh...
Ok, mea culpa. I'm wrong, I popped off and I stuffed both feet in my mouth.
The FCC license has never been a thing here. The company has it on file, but I've never carried it. I've never been asked for it, even in Mexico and Canada. Maybe I should start digging, it's at home, somewhere. Still looking for an FOM reference too. Carry on.

tcco94 04-21-2017 06:34 PM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2348351)
Sigh...
Ok, mea culpa. I'm wrong, I popped off and I stuffed both feet in my mouth.
The FCC license has never been a thing here. The company has it on file, but I've never carried it. I've never been asked for it, even in Mexico and Canada. Maybe I should start digging, it's at home, somewhere. Still looking for an FOM reference too. Carry on.

I'd rather have you stuff your feet in your mouth on here than in front of the FAA if you get a random check. You never know. Not like that paper takes up space in your wallet.

rickair7777 04-22-2017 03:47 AM


Originally Posted by N19906 (Post 2347920)
Um, okay, this is painful but...
Why in the hell do you think you need to carry your FCC license? (Do they still issue those?!?!)
Carry your medical in your wallet, like you always do, and your passport stays in your crew flight bag, for U.S. customs. I never ask for a passport. That's what the gate and CASS are for. I just want to see a valid company ID.
(If you're JS'ing on the bid D, all bets are off.) Offline, you should probably carry your passport, but what do I know?

My FOM says I have to carry it. Maybe that's for international.

Did the FAA remove the requirement to carry your cert? Every time I've ever had a fed or LCA in the JS they ask to see my cert and medical.

FTFF 04-22-2017 05:39 AM

I've been using this for about 6 months now. Love it.

http://www.bomcrewmall.com/home/109-id-badge-holder.html

All their other stuff is good too.

Dubz 04-22-2017 06:13 AM


Originally Posted by RemoveB4Flight (Post 2348155)
Haha you beat me to it. Not sure where else we could keep our documents besides our wallet or luggage.

Apparently in their wife's panties.

idlethrust 04-22-2017 09:49 AM


Originally Posted by qazWSX (Post 2347934)
I keep my documents in my wife's panties.

Secure. Even I have trouble accessing them.

That's funny,I don't. Get in 'em whenever I feel like it. 😆😅

darkman62 04-22-2017 07:23 PM

Radio license L sock ! The rest in this https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/5066...jKWRoC_D7w_wcB.
Assorted loose change for tipping van driver ¢50 in right sock

Maingear 04-22-2017 09:33 PM

I keep mine in this holder. Nobody is stealing my cert, medical, or FCC license from me. Makes things a little awkward when I have a line check or fed in the js but it's worth it to have the peace of mind.

https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NTAwWDQwO...UY7Vm/$_58.JPG

Geardownflaps30 04-23-2017 05:29 AM


Originally Posted by Maingear (Post 2349049)
I keep mine in this holder. Nobody is stealing my cert, medical, or FCC license from me. Makes things a little awkward when I have a line check or fed in the js but it's worth it to have the peace of mind.

https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NTAwWDQwO...UY7Vm/$_58.JPG

Awesome!

I was trying to figure out a way to sew pockets in my "manzeer". Now I don't have to!!

BizJet 04-23-2017 04:47 PM

I carry my company ID and cert in a plastic holder. As those are the most common asked items for jumpseating. My medical, FCC, and ATP cert #2 fit into a pocket in my passport holder. My CFI and UAS cert stay in my wallet.

Before you ask, yes I have two ATP cert cards. I have a R-ATP and it takes up two cards for all the limitations & restrictions. I might have three when my replacement comes with my new type.

flightview 04-23-2017 07:10 PM


Originally Posted by qazWSX (Post 2347934)
I keep my documents in my wife's panties.

Secure. Even I have trouble accessing them.



I just died laughing.

Paid2fly 04-23-2017 07:15 PM


Originally Posted by flightview (Post 2349509)
I just died laughing.







R.I.P.:eek:

idlethrust 04-24-2017 06:58 AM


Originally Posted by qazWSX (Post 2347934)
I keep my documents in my wife's panties.

Secure. Even I have trouble accessing them.

Maybe she is tired of being tickled to death....

Beaver Hunter 04-29-2017 04:55 PM

I tattooed my credentials on my chest. Chicks dig it and guys respect it. The pain is when I have to change the date on my medical.

Al Czervik 04-29-2017 05:40 PM


Originally Posted by Maingear (Post 2349049)
I keep mine in this holder. Nobody is stealing my cert, medical, or FCC license from me. Makes things a little awkward when I have a line check or fed in the js but it's worth it to have the peace of mind.

https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NTAwWDQwO...UY7Vm/$_58.JPG

Is this serious?


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