Airspace & Charts
What does a solid magenta circle around an airport indicate on a sectional chart under current FAA chart symbology?
Class C airspace
Which routine aviation weather observation provides current wind, visibility, sky condition, temperature, dew point and altimeter setting at an airport?
METAR
Under current Part 107 operations, what is the primary duty of a visual observer (VO)?
Maintain visual scan to detect other aircraft and hazards and assist the remote pilot in maintaining See-and-Avoid
According to current FAA guidance, what is the highest priority in any in-flight emergency during a Part 107 operation?
Protect persons and property on the surface / minimize risk to people and property)
How does increasing payload weight affect multirotor UAS stall/flight performance?
Greater weight increases required lift and typically increases the minimum speed or reduces control margins; multirotors require more power/current to hover and may have reduced climb performance
A segmented box reading “41/SFC” adjacent to an airport depiction indicates what floor and ceiling for that controlled airspace?
Floor at the surface (SFC) and ceiling 4,100 ft MSL
In a TAF group, what does “P6SM” forecast about visibility?
Visibility greater than 6 statute miles
When delegating duties to crewmembers for a small UAS operation, what must the remote pilot in command ensure?
Each crewmember understands their assigned duties, relevant hazards, and procedures
Under 14 CFR Part 107, when may a remote pilot deviate from a Part 107 rule?
To the extent required to respond to an in-flight emergency to protect persons or property; deviations must be reported if requested by the FAA
Why is calibrating the compass (magnetometer) during preflight important for a small UAS?
To ensure accurate heading information for navigation and return-to-home functions
What authorization is normally required before operating a Part 107 small unmanned aircraft in Class B, C, D, or E surface-area airspace?
Prior ATC authorization
In a METAR wind group coded “24015G25KT”, what is the wind direction, sustained speed, and gusting value?
Wind from 240° true at 15 knots, gusting to 25 knots
State two ways Crew Resource Management (CRM) improves safety in multi-person sUAS operations.
Encourages open communication and information sharing; enables cross-checking and use of available expertise/equipment to make safer decisions
After an onboard system failure that degrades safe flight, what should the remote pilot in command do first?
Land the small unmanned aircraft at the first practicable and safe opportunity
How does high density altitude (high elevation/temperature) affect UAS rotor performance and endurance?
Reduced air density decreases rotor thrust and overall performance, reducing climb, payload capability and endurance
What is a “hot spot” on an FAA airport diagram?
A location on the airport movement area with a history or potential risk of runway incursions or surface conflicts
Which pilot weather report product provides reports from aircraft about turbulence, icing and cloud tops experienced aloft?
PIREP / AIREP
Which of these is an example of poor CRM during a sUAS flight: ignoring VO calls, halting when a crewmember voices doubt, or allowing the VO to call for an early landing?
Ignoring or waving off the visual observer’s calls is poor CRM
If a lithium battery shows swelling during operations or inspection, what is the proper action per safety best practices and manufacturer guidance?
Remove the swollen battery from service and follow manufacturer disposal/store procedures
Provide the current, operational definition of density altitude used in flight planning.
Density altitude is pressure altitude corrected for nonstandard temperature; it represents the altitude in the standard atmosphere corresponding to the current air density
When a four-light PAPI displays two white and two red lights to a pilot on final, what does that indicate regarding the approach path?
The aircraft is on the published glidepath
What is the maximum standard validity period for a Convective SIGMET?
2 hours
Which hazardous attitude is reflected by thinking “It won’t happen to me,” and what corrective strategy should a remote pilot use?
Invulnerability; antidote: recognize that accidents can affect anyone and consciously assess risk
Under current 14 CFR Part 107 reporting requirements, within how many days must the remote pilot report an operation accident to the FAA when it meets the regulatory definition
serious injury or property damage exceeding $500
If the small unmanned aircraft loses GPS position data in flight, what immediate control action should the remote pilot take according to best practices?
Take manual (visual) control as necessary and navigate the aircraft to a safe landing or recovery point using visual references