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FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Questions
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Q1What is the minimum age to be a remote pilot in command under 14 CFR Part 107?
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✓ Correct answer: 16 years old
To be eligible for a remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating, a person must be at least 16 years of age.
Q2What is the maximum allowable weight of a small unmanned aircraft, including everything on board or attached at takeoff?
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✓ Correct answer: Less than 55 pounds
A small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 must weigh less than 55 pounds, including any payload, at the time of takeoff.
Q3How often must a remote pilot complete recurrent training to keep the certificate current?
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✓ Correct answer: Every 24 calendar months
A remote pilot must complete recurrent training (a free online course) within the previous 24 calendar months to exercise the privileges of the certificate.
Q4What is the maximum altitude a small UAS may be flown above ground level under Part 107 when not near a structure?
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✓ Correct answer: 400 feet AGL
Part 107 limits flight to 400 feet AGL, unless the aircraft is flown within a 400-foot radius of a structure and does not exceed 400 feet above that structure's immediate uppermost limit.
Q5What is the maximum groundspeed permitted for a small unmanned aircraft under Part 107?
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✓ Correct answer: 87 knots (100 mph)
The maximum groundspeed of a small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 is 87 knots, which is 100 miles per hour.
Q6What is the minimum flight visibility, as observed from the control station, required to operate under Part 107?
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✓ Correct answer: 3 statute miles
Part 107 requires a minimum flight visibility of 3 statute miles from the control station.
Q7Who is ultimately responsible for determining whether a small UAS is in a condition for safe operation before flight?
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✓ Correct answer: The remote pilot in command
The remote pilot in command is directly responsible for, and is the final authority on, the operation and airworthiness of the small unmanned aircraft.
Q8A remote pilot may operate a small UAS from a moving vehicle only under what condition?
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✓ Correct answer: Over a sparsely populated area
Operating from a moving vehicle is permitted only over a sparsely populated area, and the aircraft may not be used to transport property for compensation.
Q9Within how many days must a remote pilot report an accident to the FAA if it causes at least $500 in property damage (other than to the UA)?
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✓ Correct answer: 10 days
An accident must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days if it results in serious injury or property damage of at least $500 to repair or replace, other than to the small unmanned aircraft.
Q10Which weight range of small unmanned aircraft must be registered with the FAA?
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✓ Correct answer: 0.55 pounds up to 55 pounds
Small unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) and less than 55 pounds must be registered with the FAA.
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