Can a crewmember use a valid driver's license or birth certificate instead of a passport for international flight work?

• A. No
• B. Yes
• C. Only driver's license
• D. Only birth certificate

Answer: (A)

International flight work requires crossing borders, so you must have a passport that serves as proof of identity and nationality recognized by border authorities and airlines. A valid driver's license proves state-level identity for domestic use, but it is not accepted for international border crossing because it does not establish nationality and isn’t a travel document. A birth certificate shows where you were born but has no photo and no proof of identity suitable for border controls, so it cannot substitute for a passport either. For crew traveling internationally, carrying a passport is essential; even with other company credentials, they do not replace the passport for international operations. Hence, you cannot rely on a driver's license or birth certificate instead of a passport for international flight work.