Questions for Sample Test

How would a remote PIC "CHECK NOTAMS" as noted in the CAUTION box regarding the unmarked balloon?

By obtaining a briefing via an online source such as: 1800WXBrief.com.

The wind direction and velocity at KJFK is from

*You'll have to look at the report to figure it out

What is the floor of the Savannah Class C airspace at the shelf area (outer circle)?

1,300 feet MSL (SL Sea Level) *They will only use sea level

If an unmanned airplane weights 33 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane structure be required to support during a 30º banked turn while maintaining altitude?

38 pounds

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

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

When adapting crew resource management (CRM) concepts to the operation of a small UA, CRM must be integrated into

All phases of the operation.

You are a remote pilot for a co-op energy service provider. You are to use your UA to inspect power lines in a remote area 15 hours away from your home office. After the drive, fatigue impacts your abilities to complete your assignment on time. Fatigue can be recognized

As being in an impaired state.

You have been hired to inspect the tower under construction at 46.9N and 98.6W, near Jamestown Regional (JMS). What must you receive prior to flying your unmanned aircraft in this area?

Authorization from ATC.

According to 14 CFR part 48, when would a small UA owner not be permitted to register it?

If the owner is less than 13 years of age.

You have been hired as a remote pilot bay a local TV news station to film breaking news with a small UA. You expressed a safety concern and the station manager has instructed you to "fly first, ask questions later." What type of hazardous attitude does this attitude represent?

Impulsivity

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

Is required to receive ATC authorization You have to go to an FAA portal online and request a waiver and the ask the FAA will interface with that airport and ask if okay You need to give 90 days notice

Which is true regarding the presence of alcohol within the human body?

Judgment and decision-making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol.

Identify the hazardous attitude or characteristic a remote pilot displays while taking risks in order to impress others.

Macho

To ensure that the unmanned aircraft CG limits are not exceeded, follow the aircraft loading instructions specified in the

Pilot's Operating Handbook or UAS Flight Manual.

What are the characteristics of stable air?

Poor visibility and steady precipitation.

What effect does high density altitude have on the efficiency of a UA propeller?

Propeller efficiency is decreased.

Who is responsible for determining the performance of a small unmanned aircraft?

Remote pilot-in-command.

When operating an unmanned airplane, the remote pilot should consider that the load factor on the wings may be increased any time

The airplane is subjected to maneuvers other than straight-and-level-flight.

At Ceur D'Alene which frequency should be used as a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to monitor airport traffic?

The answer will be in the legend

What does the line of latitude at area 4 measure?

The degrees of latitude north and south of the equator. *During the test the sectional maps will refer to areas for the sake of the question

A local TV station has hired a remote pilot to operate their small UA to cover new stories. The remote pilot has had multiple near misses with obstacles on the ground and two small UAS accidents. What would be a solution for the news station to improve their operating safety culture?

The news station should recognize hazardous attitudes and situations and develop standard operating procedures that emphasize safety.

When using a small UA in a commercial operation, who is responsible for briefing the participants about emergency procedures?

The remote PIC.

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

The remote pilot must have prior authorization from the ATC facility having jurisdiction over that airspace.

What are characteristics of a moist, unstable air mass?

Turbulence and showery precipitation.

With ATC authorization, you are operating your small unmanned aircraft approximately 4 SM southeast of Elizabeth City Regional Airport (ECG). What hazard is indicated to be in that area?

Unmarked balloon on a cable up to 3,008 feet MSL

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?

Upon request of the Federal Aviation Administration

According to 14 CFR part 107, what is required to operate small UA within 30 minutes after official sunset?

Use of anti-collision lights.

Under what condition would a small UA (Unmanned Aircraft) not have to be registered before it is operated in the United States?

When the aircraft weighs less than .55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on -board or attached to the aircraft.

Under what condition should the operator of a small UA establish scheduled maintenance protocol?

When the manufacturer does not provide a maintenance schedule.

The chart shows a gray line with "VR1667, VR1617, VR1638, and VR1668." Could this area present a hazard to the operations of a small UA?

Yes, this is a Military Training Route from the surface to 1,500 feet AGL.

What airport is located approximately 47º 40mins N latitude and 101º 26mins W longitude?

You'll have to find it on the map

A stall occurs when the smooth airflow over the unmanned airplane's wing is disrupted and the lift degenerates rapidly. This is caused when the wing

Exceeds its critical angle of attack

Safety is an important element for a remote pilot to consider prior to operating an unmanned aircraft system. To prevent the final "link" in the accident chain, a remote pilot must consider which methodology?

Crew Resource Management.

Which technique should a remote pilot use to scan for traffic? A remote pilot should

Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals.

The most comprehensive information on a given airport is provided by

The Chart Supplements U.S. (formerly Airport Facility Directory).

While monitoring the Cooperstown CTAF you hear an aircraft announce that they are midfield left downwind to RWY 13. Where would the aircraft be relative to the runway?

The aircraft is East