Understanding the Different Subscription Tiers for FAA Compliance
If you hold an FAA certificate and live outside the United States, you’re now required to designate aU.S. Agent for ServiceunderFAA Advisory Circular AC 3-1. PilotInbox makes compliance effortless — and to fit every pilot’s needs, we’ve created three subscription tiers that vary by features, speed, and support level.
Whether you’re an occasional flyer or a full-time professional pilot managing FAA correspondence from abroad, there’s a plan that keeps you compliant, organized, and stress-free.
🟢Basic Plan — “The Starter Package”
$49 /year (billed annually)
Ideal for pilots who simply need tomeet the FAA requirementand receive essential mail forwarding.
✅ Includes:
- FAA-compliant U.S. mailing addressfor your official Agent for Service
- Encrypted PDF scan once per week(sent via secure email)
- Physical mail forwarding available(charged per item)
- Support response time:within 72 hours
- Document retention:90 days before secure destruction
🚫Not Included:
- FAA mail alert (no automatic email notification)
- License expiration reminders
- Mail handling preferences
- 1:1 phone support
Best for: Private pilots or those who want to stay compliant with minimal extras.
🔵Pro Plan — “The Pro Reminder Package”
$79 /year (billed annually) ⭐Most Popular
Designed for pilots who wantfaster service, proactive reminders, and greater convenience.
✅ Includes everything in the Basic Plan, plus:
- Live setup callfor Agent designation and IACRA registration
- Encrypted PDF scan within 1 business day
- Free physical forwardingfor FAA-issued letters (licenses, enforcement actions)
- FAA mail alert(email notification when new correspondence arrives)
- License expiration reminder(automatic)
- Mail handling preferences(choose how we handle each item)
- Priority support response time:within 24 hours
🚫 Not Included:
- 1:1 phone support
Best for: Professional and commercial pilots who want peace of mind, reminders, and prompt digital access to FAA correspondence.
🟣Pro Plus Plan — “Everything You Need”
$199 /year (billed annually)
The all-inclusive plan for pilots who needmaximum speed, flexibility, and personal support.
✅ Includes everything in the Pro Plan, plus:
- All letters included — any destination, worldwide
- SMS / Phone alertsfor FAA correspondence
- One 1:1 phone session per monthfor FAA-related questions
- Priority support response time:within 12 hours
Best for: Corporate, airline, or career-focused pilots who require instant alerts, full forwarding coverage, and personal assistance.
🛫Final Thoughts
No matter which plan you choose,PilotInbox keeps you fully compliantunder FAA AC 3-1 — so you can focus on flying, not paperwork. From essential compliance to full concierge-level service, our plans are built forevery pilot, every mission, and every stage of your aviation journey.
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