Which authority may request inspection of a pilot's certificate?

• A. Local Law Enforcement Officer
• B. Airport Manager
• C. Flight Instructor
• D. Air Traffic Controller

Answer: (A)

In aviation, a pilot’s certificate must be shown to an authorized representative of the Administrator if asked. That authority isn’t limited to FAA employees; the Administrator can designate state or local authorities to request inspection. A local law enforcement officer is exactly such an authorized representative, so they may request to inspect your certificate. Airport managers, flight instructors, and air traffic controllers don’t automatically have the power to demand inspection under normal operations. So the best answer is a local law enforcement officer.