Regulation

Question 1

Falsifying records that are required to show compliance with any requirement of Part 107 can lead to (PI)

Answer 1

Denial of application for Remote Pilot, waivers, or suspension/revocation, or a civil penalty.

14 CFR Part 107.5 states that falsifying records that are required to show compliance with any requirements under Part 107 or reproduction or alteration of certificate can lead to denial of application, waiver, suspension or revocation, or a civil penalty.

Question 2

You plan to operate a 33 lb. sUAS to capture aerial imagery over real estate for use in sales listings. Is this sUAS operation subject to 14 CFR Part 107?

Answer 2

Yes, this sUAS operation is subject to Part 107.

This operation would be subject to Part 107 since it is not a flight for enjoyment or fun. Also, since the aircraft weights 33 pounds, it falls under the limits of 55 lbs set by the FAA. Note that even if the sUAS weighted less than .55 pounds, it would still be required to follow Part 107 rules.

Question 3

Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated

Answer 3

Without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.

14 CFR Part 107.3 states that “Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.”

Question 4

Which operations must comply with 14 CFR Part 107?

Answer 4

Civil operations.

According to 14 CFR Part 107.1(a), “except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this part applies to the (…) operation of civil small unmanned aircraft systems within the United States.”

Question 5

While operating a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS), you experience a flyaway and several people suffer injuries. Which of the following injuries requires reporting to the FAA?

Answer 5

An injury requiring an overnight hospital stay.

14 CFR 107.9 states that “accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days, any operations involving at least: (a) Serious injury to any person or any loss of consciousness; or (b) Damage to any property for which the cost of repair exceeds $500” An overnight stay in the hospital would be considered serious injury.

Question 6

You are operating a 1280 g (2.8 lb.) quadcopter for your own enjoyment. Is this sUAS operation subject to 14 CFR Part 107?

Answer 6

No, this sUAS operation is not subject to Part 107.

This is the perfect example of a flight that would NOT be covered by Part 107, since you are flying for fun and your own enjoyment.

Question 7

You are part of a news crew, operating an sUAS to cover a breaking story. You experience a flyaway during landing. The unmanned aircraft strikes a vehicle, causing approximately $800 worth of damage. When must you report the accident to the FAA?

Answer 7

Within 10 days.

Question 8

You recently renewed your certificate by taking the Recurrent training. While mapping a property for a client, an FAA Aviation Safety Inspector asks to see documents showing that you can legally fly your sUAS for commercial purposes. Which document will you provide? (PI)

Answer 8

Remote Pilot Certificate, Registration Card, and a copy of the Completion Certificate for the Recurrent Training.

14 CFR Part 107.7 states that the rPIC must make available the following documents to the FAA: - Remote Pilot Certificate, - Any document required to be kept under the Part 107 regulations (including renewal written exam and registration card).

Question 9

You purchased a new quadcopter that weights 0.43 lbs (195 grams) to complete roof inspections. Is this operation subject to 14 CFR Part 107? (PI)

Answer 9

Yes, there is no lower weight limit for operating under 14 CFR Part 107.

Question 10

According to 14 CFR Part 107, an sUAS is an unmanned aircraft system weighing

Answer 10

Less than 55 lbs.

Question 11

Which of the following types of operations are excluded from the requirements in Part 107?

Answer 11

Model aircraft for hobby use.

Question 12

You have accepted football tickets in exchange for using your sUAS to videotape the field before and after the game. Is this sUAS operation subject to 14 CFR Part 107?

Answer 12

Yes, this sUAS operation is subject to Part 107.

Question 13

Which of the following operations would be regulated by 14 CFR 107?

Answer 13

Operating your sUAS for an imagery company.

Question 14

Within how many days must an sUAS accident be reported to the FAA?

Answer 14

10 days

Question 15

Who should you make your documents available to when asked? (PI)

Answer 15

The Administrator, authorized representatives from the NTSB or TSA, or any Federal, State, or Local Law enforcement officers.

According to 14CFR 107.7(a)(2) The rPIC must make available the documents to: - The FAA - Authorized representative of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) - Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer; or - Authorized representative of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Question 17

Which crewmember is required to be under the direct supervision of the Remote PIC when operating an sUAS?

Answer 17

Person manipulating the controls.

14 CFR Part 107.12(b) states that in order to operate a UAS under Part 107, one must be under the direct supervision of a remote pilot in command and the remote pilot in command has the ability to immediately take direct control of the flight of the small unmanned aircraft. This means the person manipulating the controls, if they are not certificated, would have to be under the supervision of a rPIC.

Question 18

During a mission in a busy area, your only Visual Observer complains that he is getting a migraine and has a hard time focusing on the sUAS in the air. What should you do? (PI)

Answer 18

Land as soon as practical and determine if the mission can be restarted without a Visual Observer.

According to 14 CFR 107.17, no person may act as remote PIC, visual observer, or direct participant if he/she has a physical or mental condition that would interfere with the safe operation of the sUAS. This includes migraine headaches.

Question 19

A person may not act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft if alcoholic beverages have been consumed by that person within the preceding (PI)

Answer 19

8 hours.

According to 14 CFR 107.27(a) No person may act or attempt to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage.

Question 20

What medical certificates are required to operate under 14 CFR Part 107?

Answer 20

No Medical Certificates are required.

Question 21

In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, you may operate an sUAS from a moving vehicle when no property is carried for compensation of hire

Answer 21

Over a sparsely populated area.

14 CFR Part 107.25 states that “No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft system— (a) From a moving aircraft; or (b) From a moving land or water-borne vehicle unless the small unmanned aircraft is flown over a sparsely populated area and is not transporting another person’s property for compensation or hire.” See “Part 107 - Subpart B (Part 2)” video for more information.

Question 22

Under what conditions may objects be dropped from an aircraft?

Answer 22

If precautions are taken to avoid injury or damage to persons or property on the surface.

14 CFR 107.23(b) states that no person may allow an object to be dropped from a small unmanned aircraft in a manner that creates an undue hazard to persons or property.

Question 23

You own a roofing inspection company. One of your employees is in the process of acquiring their Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate. Can he/she still complete an inspection using a sUAS under Part 107? (PI)

Answer 23

Yes, under the direct supervision of a remote Pilot in Command.

Question 24

Responsibility for collision avoidance in an alert area rests with

Answer 24

the Remote PIC.

14 CFR 107.19(c) states that ““the remote pilot in command must ensure that the small unmanned aircraft will pose no undue hazard to other people, other aircraft, or other property in the event of a loss of control of the aircraft for any reason.

Question 25

No person may attempt to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft with

Answer 25

.04 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood.

Question 26

To avoid a possible collision with a manned airplane, you estimate that your small UA climbed to an altitude greater than 600 feet AGL. To whom must you report the deviation?

Answer 26

Upon request of the Federal Aviation Administration. Deviations from the regulation should only be reported upon request from the Administrator, as highlighted is 107.21.

Question 27

Who is ultimately responsible for preventing a hazardous situation before an accident occurs?

Answer 27

Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC).

Question 28

It is possible for two remote Pilot in Command to transfer the controls as long as (PI)

Answer 28

They can maintain line of sight and without loss of control.

Question 29

A person convicted of growing or selling marijuana can be denied application to a remote Pilot certificate for a period of? (PI)

Answer 29

up to 1 year after the date of final conviction.

Question 30

The consequences of refusing to submit to an alcohol test or to furnish test results are (PI)

Answer 30

Denial of an application for a period of up to 1 year or suspension/revocation of a remote pilot certificate.

Question 31

If two Remote Pilot in Command want to exchange control in flight, they must (PI)

Answer 31

maintain line of sight throughout the entire process.

Question 32

If the Remote PIC is supervising a non-rated pilot, he/she must be able to immediately take direct control of the sUAS. This can be accomplished via which method? (PI)

Answer 32

Use a "buddy box" system with two controllers

Question 33

A professional wildlife photographer (certified Remote Pilot) operates an sUAS from a moving truck to capture aerial images of migrating birds in remote wetlands. The driver of the truck does not serve any crewmember role in the operation. Is this sUAS operation in compliance with 14 CFR Part 107? (PI)

Answer 33

Compliant with Part 107.

Question 34

Who holds the responsibility to ensure all crewmembers who are participating in the operation are not impaired by drugs or alcohol?

Answer 34

Remote Pilot in Command.

Question 35

A person without a Part 107 remote pilot certificate may operate an sUAS for commercial operations:

Answer 35

Under the direct supervision of a Remote PIC.

Question 36

Who is responsible for ensuring that there are enough crewmembers for a given sUAS operation?

Answer 36

Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC).

Question 37

When using a small unmanned aircraft in a commercial operation, who is responsible for informing the participants about emergency procedures?

Answer 37

The Remote Pilot in Command.

Question 38

Before each flight, the Remote PIC must ensure that

Answer 38

Objects carried on the sUAS are secure.

Question 39

Which crewmember must hold a remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating?

Answer 39

Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC).

Question 40

According to 14 CFR Part 107, the remote pilot in command (PIC) of a small unmanned aircraft planning to operate within Class C airspace

Answer 40

is required to receive ATC authorization.

Question 41

During your preflight briefing, you realize that the visibility in your area is reported as 4 statute miles. Can you legally fly your mission?

Answer 41

Yes, as long as you remain 500 feet below clouds and 2000 feet horizontally away from them.

Question 42

According to 14 CFR Part 107, the responsibility to inspect the small UAS to ensure it is in a safe operating condition rests with the

Answer 42

remote pilot-in-command.

Question 43

You have determined that the lowest layer of clouds in your area is at 700 feet above the ground. What is the maximum altitude you will be able to fly at if you are operating below the clouds.

Answer 43

No higher than 200 feet.

Question 44

Under what condition, if any, may pilots fly through a restricted area?

Answer 44

With the controlling agency's authorization.

Question 45

While gathering plant health data with a vertical-take-off-and-landing (VTOL) sUAS, you notice a low flying crop duster in the area. You should

Answer 45

Give way and stay clear from the crop duster.

Question 46

You are hired by a hazardous waste company to transport a sample of their marine pollutants to a lab located 10 miles away. Your operation received a waiver to fly beyond line of sight (BVLOS) and all airspace waivers are secured. Can you complete the mission?

Answer 46

No, the carriage of hazardous material is prohibited under Part 107.

Question 47

According to 14 CFR Part 107, how may a remote pilot operate an unmanned aircraft in Class C airspace?

Answer 47

The remote pilot must have prior authorization from the Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility having jurisdiction over that airspace.

Question 48

After receiving a Part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating, how often must you satisfy recurrent training requirements?

Answer 48

Every 24 months.

Question 49

The latest date to exercise the privileges of your Remote Pilot certificate was April 30th of this year. If you did not pass the recurrent aeronautical training by April 30, what must you do? (PI)

Answer 49

Fly as a recreational flyer until you pass the recurrent training online with the FAA.

Question 50

How many unmanned aircraft can a visual observer be assigned to at the same time?

Answer 50

No more than one.

Question 51

Which of the following individuals may process an application for a Part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating?

Answer 51

Designated Pilot Examiner.

Question 52

Power company employees use an sUAS to inspect a long stretch of high voltage powerlines. Due to muddy conditions, their vehicle must stay beside the road and the crew uses binoculars to maintain visual line of sight with the aircraft. Is this sUAS operation in compliance with 14 CFR Part 107? (PI)

Answer 52

Not compliant with Part 107.

Question 53

What are the requirements to become a Remote Pilot?

Answer 53

The applicant must be at least 16 years old.

Question 54

You failed your initial written exam on October 27th because you did not train with Pilot Institute. What's the earliest you can retake the exam?

Answer 54

November 11th. According to 107.71, an applicant who fails may not reapply for 14 calendar days.

Question 55

In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, except when within a 400' radius of a structure, at what maximum altitude can you operate sUAS?

Answer 55

400 feet AGL.

Question 56

Flight through a restricted area should not be accomplished unless the pilot has

Answer 56

received prior authorization from the controlling agency.

Question 57

During a night flight, you realize that the strobe light on your UAS is making it difficult to discern an obstacle near you. What should you do? (PI)

Answer 57

Turn down the intensity of the light.

Question 58

You recently moved to a new house to work for a UAS-based company. How many days do you have to notify the FAA of your new address?

Answer 58

30 days.

Question 59

The maximum speed a sUAS is allowed to fly under Part 107 is

Answer 59

100 mph

Question 60

You passed your FAA initial written exam on September, 12 of this year. The date on your Remote Pilot certificate is October 25 of this year. What is the last day you can exercise the privileges of our Remote Pilot certificate without completing recurrent training? (PI)

Answer 60

September 30th, two years from this year.

Question 61

Which best describes a declaration of compliance?

Answer 61

A document submitted to the FAA stating that a drone complies with either Remote ID requirements or OOP Requirements. A DOC is a document that is submitted to the FAA once an aircraft has been determined to be either compliant with remote ID OR has been determined to be category 2/3. This is generally submitted by the manufacturer, but can be submitted by others with an approved Means of Compliance.

Question 62

Which categories require a declaration of compliance?

Answer 62

Cat 2 and 3.

Question 63

Your company purchased a Category 3-approved sUAS. Because of time constraints, you have not been able to notify everyone on the construction site that you will be flying. What should you do? (PI)

Answer 63

ensure that the human beings who are not participating in the operation are under a covered structure or inside a non-moving vehicle.

Question 64

Is it possible for a small unmanned aircraft system to be categorized as more than one category?

Answer 64

Yes, it is possible.

Question 65

Can a sUAS weighing .35 lbs be flown over an open-air assembly of human beings if it's equipped with prop guards. (PI)

Answer 65

Yes, as long as the sUAS is equipped with Remote ID.

Question 66

Can a Category 3 aircraft be flown over an open-air assembly of humans while transiting from point to point? (PI)

Answer 66

No, it is not permitted.

Question 67

To conduct Category 2 operations, the remote Pilot in Command must use a small Unmanned aircraft that (PI)

Answer 67

must not cause injury to a human being equivalent to 11 ft-lb of kinetic energy.

Question 68

Personnel at an outdoor concert venue use an sUAS to drop promotional t-shirts and CDs over the audience. The drone is labeled as Category 3. Is this sUAS operation in compliance with 14 CFR Part 107? (PI)

Answer 68

Not compliant with Part 107.

Question 69

Other than the UAS weighing 0.55 lbs or less on takeoff, what are the other requirements to conduct Category 1 operations? (PI)

Answer 69

It must not contain exposed rotating parts that can lacerate.

Question 70

A Declaration of Compliance will be issued when

Answer 70

The FAA recieves the necessary paperwork confirming a drone complies with the associated regulations. A DOC is issued after the responsible party submits proof of the aircraft's compliance to the FAA. See the lecture "Declaration of Compliance & Means of Compliance" for more information.

Question 71

You notice a cruise ship in the distance with people on the deck. You fly out to get a top-down view of the deck while the boat is getting in port. Is this legal under Part 107, assuming you are certified and current? (PI)

Answer 71

No, the people on the deck are not on notice.

Question 72

To conduct Category 4 operations, the RPIC must use a small UA that: (PI)

Answer 72

has an airworthiness certificate issued under Part 21.

Question 73

You own a Category 1 sUAS and are a current Remote Pilot. You want to take videos of your friend riding her bike, while hovering over while she rides. You are on a busy sidewalk in a city park. Is this legal under Part 107? (PI)

Answer 73

No, the other people in the park are not on notice.

Question 74

You purchased a new sUAS that is labeled as Category 3. After checking the FAA website, you verified it is indeed approved to fly over people. You plan to fly over a private race track. What must you do to ensure that the operation is compliant with Part 107? (PI)

Answer 74

Ensure that the area is restricted-access and that everyone inside moving vehicles inside the area are on notice.

Question 75

You acquired a Category 2 sUAS and plan to use it to record video footage at weddings. Can you legally fly over the bride/groom during a private photo session? (PI)

Answer 75

Yes, as long as the aircraft is listed with an FAA-accepted Declaration of Compliance.

Question 76

During a photoshoot for a realtor, you have to cross a busy highway to get to the other side and get a better angle. You own a compliant Category 2 sUAS. Can you complete this mission legally? (PI)

Answer 76

Yes, as long as you are transiting.

Question 77

Who must retain maintenance records of category 4 aircraft? (PI)

Answer 77

The owner of the aircraft.

Question 78

What source should a remote pilot use to determine if a drone or module is remote ID compliant?

Answer 78

The FAA's DOC list.

Question 79

Where must a small unmanned aircraft's serial number be listed when using standard remote identification?

Answer 79

The Certificate of Aircraft Registration.

Question 80

A flight control failure causes your UAS to collide with the ground without damage to any other property. A report

Answer 80

must be made immediately to the NTSB. According to 49 CFR Part 830, the operator must report immediately to the NTSB any of the following: Aircraft accident, Flight Control System malfunction or failure, In-flight fire, Aircraft collision in flight, Damage to property, other than the aircraft, estimated to exceed $25,000 for repair (including materials and labor) or fair market value in the event of total loss, whichever is less.

Question 81

Which of the following is permissible with authorization from the Administrator, if the sole purpose of the mission is aeronautical research.

Answer 81

Flying without Remote ID.

Question 82

Category 4 aircraft are required to

Answer 82

receive type certification under Part 21.

Question 83

You hire an German company to help you work on a technical project that requires special UAS equipment. All their aircraft are currently registered in Germany and will be flown by your team of Part 107 pilots. Can they register their UAS with the FAA Drone Zone under Part 107?

Answer 83

No, they will have to obtain operating authority from the Department of Transportation. According to 48.20, if a foreign operator, who already registered their UAS in another country, wants to operate for commercial purposes, they must register their UAS in the country in which they are eligible (Germany in this case) and obtain operating authority from the Department of Transportation (as highlighted in 14 CFR Part 375).

Question 84

Who is responsible for ensuring an aircraft meets the remote ID broadcast requirements?

Answer 84

The operator of the aircraft.

Question 85

Your company purchased a Category 4-approved sUAS. Because of time constraints, you have not been able to notify everyone on the construction site that you will be flying. What should you do? (PI)

Answer 85

ensure that the human beings who are not participating in the operation are under a covered structure or inside a non-moving vehicle.

Question 86

Which Category of small unmanned aircraft must have an airworthiness certificate issued by the FAA?

Answer 86

4

Question 87

To conduct Category 1 operations, a Remote Pilot in Command must use a small unmanned aircraft that weighs

Answer 87

0.55 pounds or less.

Question 88

What must a person, who is manipulating the controls of a small unmanned aircraft, do if the standard remote identification fails during a flight?

Answer 88

Land the aircraft as soon as practicable.

Question 89

A flight control failure causes your UAS to collide with the ground without damage to any other property. A report

Answer 89

must be made immediately to the NTSB.

Question 90

Your surveying company is a title sponsor for a race team at the Indianapolis 500. To promote your new aerial surveying department, you decide to video part of the race using a small UA. The FAA has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) for the race in the area you plan to fly. In this situation

Answer 90

the TFR applies to all aircraft; you may not fly in the area without a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization.

Question 91

Standard Remote ID broadcasts which of the following information

Answer 91

Location and altitude of the controller.

Question 92

When can ADSB-Out be used on small Unmanned Aircraft?

Answer 92

The FAA does not allow the use of ADSB-out for sUAS.

Question 93

To conduct Category 4 operations, the remote Pilot in Command must use a small Unmanned Aircraft that

Answer 93

documents maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, and inspections.

Question 94

To be eligible to operate over human beings under Category 4 operations, the small unmanned aircraft must

Answer 94

be operated in accordance with the operating limitations specified in the approved Flight Manual.

Question 95

For older drones that are not remote ID compliant, how can a remote pilot comply with part 89?

Answer 95

Equip the aircraft with a remote ID broadcast module.

Question 96

A category 2 or 3 drone must have which of the following?

Answer 96

A Declaration of Compliance, issued by the FAA (DOC).

Question 97

According to 14 CFR Part 48, when must a person register a small UA with the Federal Aviation Administration?

Answer 97

All civilian small UAs weighing greater than .55 pounds must be registered regardless of its intended use.

Question 98

Category 4 aircraft are required to

Answer 98

receive type certification under Part 21.

Question 99

The FAA may approve your application for a waiver of provisions in Part 107 only when it has been determined that the proposed operation

Answer 99

Can be safely conducted under the terms of that certificate of waiver.

Question 100

After selling your UAS on eBay, how many days do you have to update the registration information on the FAA Drone Zone website?

Answer 100

14 days.

Question 101

You registered your UAS on August 12, 2018, on what day will your Certificate of Registration expire?

Answer 101

August 12, 2021.