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Task · part of 2. Principles of flight: build and fly. Do ONE

2(c). A powered model aircraft or drone, with TRUST certification

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Build or obtain a fuel-driven or battery-powered electric model aircraft or drone. Obtain The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) certification, and fly it with a successful take-off and landing.

Note. Three things, all required: a fuel-driven or battery-powered electric model aircraft or drone (built or obtained), The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) certification, and a flight with a successful take-off and landing.

Where this step comes from

  1. Aviation Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-04), Requirement 2(c) · Requires The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) certification and a successful take-off and landing.

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