Why can’t I get my original date of issue on a replacement license (certificate)?

Date of Issue

The date of issue on an airman certificate must correspond to the date the current Administrator signs it. To be valid, it must also be consistent with our current certificate format.

Employment Verification

You should not use the date of issue as employment verification. A certified copy of your complete airmen certification records will verify the date you got your mechanic certificate and rating(s).

Request a Copy of Your Records

To request a copy of your airman records, download and send this form or send a signed, written request with your:

• full name (as it appears on the certificate/please print),
• your date of birth,
• place of birth, social security number,
• certificate number,
• class of certificate,
• street address, city, state, and
• zip code

Mail to:
FAA Airmen Certification Branch
AFS-760
P.O. Box 25082
Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0082

We will include an invoice stating the total charges due along with your airman file.