Board of Pilot Commissioners

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Profession at-a-glance

Board Information

The Board of Pilot Commissioners consists of 10 members: 5 state pilots and 5 consumer members (1 actively involved in maritime or marine shipping, 1 user of piloting services and 3 not involved in any of the above).

If you're interested in serving on the Board, download the application form and return it to the Governor's Appointments Office at PL01 The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-0001, for consideration.
The Board currently has the following openings: 1 consumer member.

Board Meeting Information

License Information

Definition of Occupation and Class Codes

License Categories:
State Pilot
Deputy Pilot

Methods of Licensure:
By Endorsement - No
By Examination - Yes
By Reciprocity - No
Business Entity - No

Applicant Information

Application/Licensure Fees
A breakdown of application and licensure fees is provided with application packets.

Examination Information
The Bureau of Education and Testing is responsible for examination development, administration, review and grades.  Below are shortcuts to their examination pages.
Candidate Information Booklets
Exam Dates and Locations
Exam Review / Hearing Information
Special Accommodations for Testing - ADA

Medical Physical Form

Information for Licensees

Biennial License Renewal Fee
State Pilot = $200
Deputy Pilot = $100

Continuing Education Requirement
None.

Enforcement

The Division of Regulation is responsible for enforcement of professions and related businesses licensed by DBPR under the Division of Professions to ensure that the laws, rules and standards set by the legislature are followed. To file a complaint visit MyFloridaLicense.com.

Links and Resources

None.