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Section One Flashcards

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section One of our Part 107 Curriculum.

AGL / MSL

What is the maximum altitude above ground level (AGL) at which a small UA can be flown?

Answer:

400 feet AGL

Visibility

What is the minimum weather visibility requirement for small UA operations?

Answer:

3 statute miles.

Alcohol, Drugs, Physiology

When is a remote PIC (Pilot-in-Command) considered to be operating a small UA under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Answer:

If they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04% or higher, or if they are using any substance that impairs their faculties.

Operating Over Humans

Under what conditions is a small UA allowed to operate directly over people who are not directly participating in the operation?

Answer:

A small UA can operate directly over people who are not directly participating in the operation if the UA has been certified as compliant with the FAA’s standards for operations over people, and the operation is conducted in accordance with those standards.

Night Operations

What are the requirements for small UA operations at night, as per Part 107 regulations?

Answer:

The UA is required to have anti-collision lights visible for at least 3 statute miles.

Right of Way

What should a remote PIC do if there is a near-collision with another aircraft during a small UA operation?

Answer:

The remote PIC should report the near-collision to the FAA within 10 days of the incident.

Speed Regulations

What is the maximum groundspeed at which a small UA can be flown under Part 107?

Answer:

87 knots (100 mph)

Right of Way

In what situations must a remote PIC yield the right of way to a manned aircraft during a small UA operation?

Answer:

A remote PIC must yield the right of way to manned aircraft in all situations. Manned aircraft always have the right of way.

Hazardous Materials

When is it permissible to carry hazardous materials on a small UA during a Part 107 operation?

Answer:

It is generally not permissible to carry hazardous materials on a small UA during Part 107 operations.

Altitude Regulations

What are the minimum and maximum altitudes at which a remote PIC must operate a small UA?

Answer:

A remote PIC must operate the small UA at an altitude that does not exceed 400 feet above ground level (AGL) or, if higher, within 400 feet of a structure.

NOTAMs

What is the purpose of a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and when should it be filed for small UA operations?

Answer:

To notify other airspace users of potential hazards.

Heliport Restrictions

What are the restrictions on operating a small UA near airports and heliports?

Answer:

Small UAs may not be operated within 5 miles of an airport or heliport without first notifying the airport operator and the air traffic control (ATC) facility, if applicable.

Quick Figures

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section Four of our Part 107 Curriculum.

1.

The maximum permissible weight, in pounds, for a drone that can be legally operated with a Part 107 license.

Answer:

<55 lb

2.

The lowest allowable weight, in pounds, for a drone that must be registered with the FAA.

Answer:

>0.55 lbs

3.

The minimum age requirement for an individual to register a drone.

Answer:

13 years old to register a drone

4.

The minimum age for an individual applying for the Part 107 drone license.

Answer:

16 years old to apply for part 107 license

5.

The maximum permissible groundspeed, either in mph (or 87 knots), for legally flying your drone.

Answer:

100 mph

6.

The maximum quantity of drones that a single Remote PIC (Pilot in Command) is permitted to operate simultaneously.

Answer:

1 drone

7.

The highest allowable Above Ground Level (AGL) altitude, in feet, for flying your drone when there are no taller structures within a 400-foot radius.

Answer:

400 feet

8.

Answer:

30 minutes

9.

The critical bank angle (in degrees) where a drone experiences a dramatic increase in loading.

Answer:

45-50 degrees

10.

The minimum visibility distance required to fly a drone expressed in statute miles.

Answer:

3 Statute Miles

11.

You are required to maintain this minimum distance below a cloud, measured in feet.

Answer:

500 feet vertically below

12.

The minimum horizontal distance, measured in feet, that you must maintain from a cloud.

Answer:

2,000 feet horizontally

13.

The mandatory waiting period, in hours, after alcohol consumption before you are permitted to fly a drone.

Answer:

8 hours

14.

The highest permissible blood alcohol level to legally operate a drone.

Answer:

0.04

15.

The mandated timeframe for reporting any drone-related accidents to the FAA.

Answer:

10 days

16.

The duration, in calendar months, for which the results of the Part 107 knowledge test remain valid.

Answer:

24 months

17.

The expiration period for UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) registration is set what certain number of years?

Answer:

3 years

Section Four Flashcards

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section Four of our Part 107 Curriculum.

AGL / MSL

What is the maximum altitude above ground level (AGL) at which a small UA can be flown?

Answer:

400 feet AGL

Visibility

What is the minimum weather visibility requirement for small UA operations?

Answer:

3 statute miles.

Alcohol, Drugs, Physiology

When is a remote PIC (Pilot-in-Command) considered to be operating a small UA under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Answer:

If they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04% or higher, or if they are using any substance that impairs their faculties.

Operating Over Humans

Under what conditions is a small UA allowed to operate directly over people who are not directly participating in the operation?

Answer:

A small UA can operate directly over people who are not directly participating in the operation if the UA has been certified as compliant with the FAA’s standards for operations over people, and the operation is conducted in accordance with those standards.

Night Operations

What are the requirements for small UA operations at night, as per Part 107 regulations?

Answer:

The UA is required to have anti-collision lights visible for at least 3 statute miles.

Right of Way

What should a remote PIC do if there is a near-collision with another aircraft during a small UA operation?

Answer:

The remote PIC should report the near-collision to the FAA within 10 days of the incident.

Speed Regulations

What is the maximum groundspeed at which a small UA can be flown under Part 107?

Answer:

87 knots (100 mph)

Right of Way

In what situations must a remote PIC yield the right of way to a manned aircraft during a small UA operation?

Answer:

A remote PIC must yield the right of way to manned aircraft in all situations. Manned aircraft always have the right of way.

Hazardous Materials

When is it permissible to carry hazardous materials on a small UA during a Part 107 operation?

Answer:

It is generally not permissible to carry hazardous materials on a small UA during Part 107 operations.

Altitude Regulations

What are the minimum and maximum altitudes at which a remote PIC must operate a small UA?

Answer:

A remote PIC must operate the small UA at an altitude that does not exceed 400 feet above ground level (AGL) or, if higher, within 400 feet of a structure.

NOTAMs

What is the purpose of a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and when should it be filed for small UA operations?

Answer:

To notify other airspace users of potential hazards.

Heliport Restrictions

What are the restrictions on operating a small UA near airports and heliports?

Answer:

Small UAs may not be operated within 5 miles of an airport or heliport without first notifying the airport operator and the air traffic control (ATC) facility, if applicable.

Airspace Classes

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section Four of our Part 107 Curriculum.

Covers the surface up to 10,000 feet MSL

Answer:

Class B Airspace
Covers the surface up to 4,000 feet AGL

Class C Airspace

Covers the surface up to 2,500 feet AGL

Answer:

Class D Airspace
Airspace with floor at surface

Answer:

Class E Airspace with floor at surface
Airspace with floor at 700 ft AGL

Answer:

Class E Airspace with floor at 700 ft AGL

 

Airspace with floor at 1,200 feet or greater AGL

Answer:

Class E Airspace with floor at 1,200 feet or greater AGL

Airspace Class:

Flight is prohibited due to security issues

Answer:

Prohibited areas

Airspace Class:

Aircraft operations are restricted to uphold national security or ensure public safety.

Answer:

Restricted areas

Airspace Class

Flight is not explicitly forbidden, but it may pose potential hazards and risks.

Answer:

Warning areas

Airspace Class

Flights are permitted, but the area may experience an unusually high volume of aerial activity.

Answer:

MOA (Military Operation Areas)

Airspace Class

Regions that contain an unusually high volume of aerial activity, requiring pilots to be alert and exercise caution during flight.

Answer:

Alert Areas

Airspace Class

Flight paths utilized by the military for tactical training exercises.

Answer:

Military Training Routes (VR-### or IR-####)

Operation Over Human Beings

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section One of our Part 107 Curriculum.

Category 1

Weight Limit

Answer:

0.55 lbs or less

Category 1

Eligibility Requirements

Answer:

No exposed rotating
parts than can cause
laceration

Category 1

MoC & DoC

Answer:

None

Category 1

Label Requirement

Answer:

None

Category 1

Sustained Flights over Open Air Assembly

Answer:

Yes, if UAS meets Remote
ID requirements

Category 1

Sustained Flights anywhere else

Answer:

Yes

Category 1

Transitioning over Humans

Answer:

Yes, including Open Air
Assembly*

Category 2

Weight limit

Answer:

Less than 55 lbs

Category 2

Eligibility Requirements

Answer:

No exposed rotating parts than can cause laceration

No defects

11 foot-pounds of kinetic
energy limit

Category 2

Eligibility Requirements

Answer:

No exposed rotating parts than can cause laceration

No defects

11 foot-pounds of kinetic
energy limit

Category 2

MoC & DoC

Answer:

Required

Category 2

Label Requirement

Answer:

Labeled as Category 2

Category 2

Sustained Flights over Open Air Assembly

Answer:

Yes, if UAS meets Remote
ID requirements

Category 2

Sustained Flights anywhere else

Answer:

Yes

Category 3

Weight limit

Answer:

Less than 55 lbs

Category 3

Eligibility Requirements

Answer:

No exposed rotating parts than can cause laceration

No Defect

25 foot-pounds of kinetic
energy limit

Category 3

MoC & DoC

Answer:

Required

Category 3

Label Requirement

Answer:

Labeled as Category 3

Category 3

Sustained Flights over Open Air Assembly

Answer:

No

Category 3

Sustained Flights anywhere else

Answer:

If inside restricted
area and people are
notified or outside
restricted if under a
structure or inside
non-moving vechile.

Category 3

Transitioning over Humans

Answer:

Yes, but not over Open
Air Assembly

In-air hazards and other obstacles

The following 50 flash cards are relevant to Section Four of our Part 107 Curriculum.

Definition

Man-made obstacles
below 1000 AGL

Definition

Man-made obstacle
above 1000 AGL

Definition

Lighted obstacles

Definition

Ultralight activity

Definition

Glider operations

Definition

Altitude of highest natural
obstacle per quarter

Definition

Group obstacles

Definition

Top number is altitude mean sea level (MSL) and
bottom number in parantheses is number above
ground level (AGL)

Definition

Obstacle under construction

Definition

Parachute jumping area

Definition

Hang glider activity

Definition

Unmanned aircraft activity