Regulations
the minimum age to get a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate?
What is 16?
What class of airspace surrounds most major airports and requires FAA authorization to operate in?
What is Class B airspace?
What is the primary source for official weather briefings for drone pilots?
What is 1800wxbrief or aviationweather.gov?
What is the center of gravity and why is it important in drone operations?
It’s the balance point of the drone; improper CG can affect stability.
What does VLOS stand for, and why is it required?
Visual Line of Sight; so the pilot can avoid hazards.
the maximum altitude you may fly your drone under Part 107?
What is 400 feet AGL?
What is the lateral boundary of Class C airspace from the surface?
5 nautical miles radius from the airport.
What does the abbreviation “SKC” mean in a METAR?
What is Sky Clear or Clear Sky?
What happens if your drone is loaded above its maximum weight limit?
It may be unstable, lose lift, or crash.
How far below and horizontally must a drone remain from clouds?
What is 500 feet below and 2,000 feet horizontally?
You want to operate your drone at night to film a school football game. What must you have to legally fly at night?
What are anti-collision lights visible for 3 statute miles?
You want to fly your drone 2 miles from a local airport in Class D airspace. What must you do?
Request FAA LAANC authorization before flying.
A METAR reads “OVC007.” Should you fly a drone? Why or why not?
Yes, as long as you remain under 200 feet AGL during your entire flight to ensure you are staying 500 feet below clouds.
You attach a payload to your drone and notice it drifts heavily to one side during hover. What likely caused this?
The payload shifted the center of gravity.
You arrive at a job site, but your Visual Observer (VO) cancels last-minute. Can you still fly your drone 3,000 feet away from your position?
No, at the construction site, obstacles could obstruct your view making it difficult to maintain VLOS.
You’re flying your drone for a landscaping business and post footage online. A local official says you violated FAA Regs. Were you in the wrong, and why?
Yes, because you were using the drone for commercial purposes and must follow Part 107 regulations.
You check the sectional chart and see “122.47” under an airport symbol. What does this indicate and how is it useful?
Radio frequency for contacting the airport or CTAF.
You plan to fly in the afternoon. The forecast calls for rising dewpoint nearing the temperature. What weather might develop?
Possible thunderstorms or rain.
You’re flying at high elevation on a hot summer day. What performance issues might occur?
Reduced lift and battery life due to low air density.
While flying a construction site, your GPS suddenly loses signal. What should you do immediately?
Switch to manual control or land safely, maintain VLOS, and regain GPS lock.
What must you do if your drone causes serious injury, loss of consciousness, or property damage over $500?
Report to the FAA within 10 days.
What tools can drone pilots use to check for airspace restrictions and NOTAMs before flight?
B4UFLY, Aloft, sectional charts, FAA UAS Data Delivery System.
How does humidity affect drone performance?
It decreases air density, which can reduce lift and motor efficiency.
What factors affect drone flight endurance the most?
Payload weight, wind speed, temperature, and battery health.
What are 3 of the 6 steps in a standard pre-flight inspection for a drone under Part 107?
Check airspace, weather, battery levels, control systems, physical condition, and ensure Remote ID is functioning.