Unmanned Aircraft Safety Guidelines
Which of the following individuals may process an application for a Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate with an sUAS rating?
Designated Pilot Examiner
When a manned aircraft is approaching to land at an airport in Class G airspace without an operating control tower, the pilot will __________.
Make all turns to the left, unless otherwise indicated
MSL
Mean sea level, used for all controlled airspace categories except class E
According to the KMEM forecast, what is the earliest time on the 12th (today) at which the visibility may be reduced below the 3 SM minimum for sUASoperations?
2200Z
How many months is the FAA part 107 license valid for?
24 months
Between 1000Z and 1200Z the visibility at KMEM is forecast to be ______.
3 statute miles
How muc time do you have to notify the FAA is you move?
30 days
In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, except when within a 400-foot radius of a structure, at what maximum altitude can you operate sUAS? A. 600 feet AGL B. 500 feet AGL C. 400 feet AGL
400 feet AGL
Minimum number of feet you must be vertically below a cloud when flying a UA?
500 feet
A person may NOT act as a crewmember of a sUAS if alcoholic beverages have been consumed by the person within the preceding __________.
8 hours
The basic weather minimums for operating an sUAS up to the 400 feet AGL limit are __________.
900-foot ceiling and 3-mile visibility
Which of the following is considered a "ceiling?"
A broken or overcast cloud layer
Which of the following type of operations are excluded from the requirements in 14 CFR part 107
Model Aircraft for hobby use
Power company employees use an sUAS to inspect a long stretch of high-voltage powerlines. Due to muddy conditions, their vehicle must stay beside the road and the crew must use binoculars to maintain visual line of sight with the aircraft. Is this sUAS operation in compliance with 14 CFR Part 107?
No, the operation is not compliant with Part 107
Entries into traffic patterns by manned aircraft while descending create specific collision hazards and __________.
Should be avoided
The development of thermals depends on __________.
Solar heating
While operating a sUAS just south of a controlled airport with authorization, ATC notifies you to stay clear of the runway six final approach course. What action should you take to comply with this request?
Stay clear of areas to the west and north of your area of operation
Under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, what is the maximum penalty for falsification, alteration, or fraudulent reproduction of certificates, logbooks, reports, and records?
Suspension or revocation of any certificate held
Class A airspace (Alpha)
- Starts at 18,000 ft MSL - Covers the entire nation - used for long distance air travel
Class E Airspace (Echo)
- There are 4 types of class E airspace. Class E is controlled airspace, however ATC authorization is only required when class E starts at ground level surrounding an airport. - If no other Class E airspace exists, class E airspace starts at 1,200 ft AGL. - Class E airspace typically extends up to, but not including, 18,000 feet MSL.
If sunset is 2012 (ZULU) and the end of evening civil twilight is 2043 (ZULU), when must a remote pilot terminate the flight?
2043
Class B airspace (Bravo)
- Blue solid line - Big cities (hub airports) Ex: Atlanta - generally airspace from the surface to 10,000 feet (msl) - add 2 zero to floor and ceiling height - Multiple layers (resembles an upside-down wedding cake). - ATC authorization is required to operate in this airspace.
Dashed Class E
- Dashed magenta circle - Class E starts at ground level - ATC authorization is required - usually surrounds very small airports without a control tower.
Class C airspace (Charlie)
- Solid magenta line - City airports (ex; Raleigh, NC) - Generally airspace from the surface to 4,000 feet above the airport elevation. - Elevation charted in MSL - Usually has 2 tiers - Typical (but will vary): Inner circle 5 NM radius. Outer circle 10 NM radius - Requires ATC authorization.
Class D Airspace (Delta)
- generally airspace from the surface to 2,500 feet above the airport elevation (charted in MSL) - Requires ATC authorization - Has one teir - Airspace floor is ground level. Ceiling is in a box (add 2 zeros). - If there is a - in front of the airspace ceiling, this means the class D airspace goes up to but does not include that altitude. Ex: -25 means class D goes up to 2,499 ft MSL
Shaded Class E
- shaded magenta circle - class E starts at 700 feet AGL - Unless otherwise designated, Class E goes up 17,999 ft MSL.
What is the maximum blood alcohol level a drone pilot may have while flying a drone?
0.04
Sunrise is 0645. When can you launch your sUAS operation?
0615
The Remote Pilot-in-Command may operate how many sUAS at a time?
1
In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, at what maximum altitude can you operate an sUAS when inspecting a tower with a top at 1,000 feet AGL at close proximity (within 100 feet)?
1,400 feet AGL
In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, at what maximum altitude can you operate an sUAS when inspecting a tower with a top at 1,000 feet AGL at close proximity (within 100 feet)?
1,400 feet AGL
Within how many days must an sUAS accident be reported to the FAA?
10 days
What speed limit applies to sUAS operations?
100 mph
In order to register a drone with the FAA a person must be how old?
13 years old or older
You have accepted football tickets in exchange for using your sUAS to videotape afuture construction zone. What FAA regulation is this sUAS operation subject to?
14 CFR Part 1071
You plan to operate a 33-pound sUAS to capture aerial imagery over real estate foruse in sales listings. What FAA regulation is this sUAS operation subject to?
14 CFR Part 1071
What are the standard temperature and pressure values for sea level?
15°C and 29.92 inches of mercury
What is the valid period for the TAF for KMEM?
1800Z to 2400Z
Minimum number of feet horizontally from a cloud you must fly.
2,000 Feet
Which of the following would medically disqualify a Remote Pilot?
A migraine headache with the side effect of blurred vision
The wind direction and velocity at KJFK is from: KJFK 121853Z 18004KT 1/2SM FG R04/2200 OVC005 20/18 A3006
A. 180 degrees at 4 knots
What are the current conditions for Chicago Midway Airport (KMDW)? SPECI KMDW 121856Z 32005KT 1 1/2SM FG R04/2200 OVC007 17/16 A2980 RMK RAB35
A. Sky 700 feet overcast, visibility 1 1/2 SM, Rain
AGL
Above ground level
When an ATC clearance has been obtained, no remote PIC may deviate from the clearance, unless the pilot obtains an amended clearance. The one exception to this regulation is __________.
An emergency
Which factor would tend to increase the density altitude at a given airport referenced in the weather briefing?
An increase in ambient temperature
While operating a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS), you experience a flyaway and several people suffer injuries. Which of the following injuries requires reporting to the FAA?
An injury requiring an overnight hospital stay
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 register regardless of its intended use
Which aircraft has right-of-way over the other traffic?
An airplane/other aircraft
Category 4 eligible aircraft must have __________.
An airworthiness certificate issued under Part 21
When must a current Remote Pilot Certificate be in the pilot's personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft?
Anytime when acting as Pilot-in-Command or as a required crewmember
Which preflight action is specifically required of the pilot prior to each flight?
Assess the operating environment including local weather conditions, local airspace and any flight restrictions, the location of persons and property on the surface, and other ground hazards.
Each person who holds a pilot certificate, a U.S. driver's license, or a medical certificate shall present it for inspection upon the request of the Administrator, the National Transportation Safety Board, or any __________.
Authorized representative of the Administrator of the Department of Transportation
To satisfy medical requirements, all sUAS crewmembers must __________.
Be free of any physical or mental condition which would interfere with the safe operation of the small unmanned aircraft system
Which of the following is considered a "ceiling"?
C. A broken or over cast cloud cover
Which part of these operations must comply with 14 CFR part 107
Civil operations
Which of the following considerations is most relevant to a Remote PIC when evaluating unmanned aircraft performance?
Current weather conditions
How would high density altitude affect the performance of a small, unmanned aircraft?
Decreased performance
After receiving a Part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating, how often must you satisfy recurrent training requirements?
Every 24 months
If requested, to whom must an individual present a Remote Pilot Certificate?
FAA Inspector
What action, if any, is appropriate if the remote pilot deviates from Part 107 during an emergency?
File a detailed report to the FAA Administrator, upon request
Every physical process of weather is accompanied by, or is the result of, a __________.
Heat exchange
If the outside air temperature at a given altitude is warmer than standard, the density altitude is __________.
Higher than pressure altitude
The repair cost of accident damage that requires you to report an accident to the FAA.
If damage (excluding the UA) is $500 or more
As a remote pilot with an sUAS rating, under which situation can you deviate from 14 CFR Part 107?
In response to an in-flight emergency
What effect does humidity have on performance?
It decreases performance
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
According to 14 CFR Part 107, an sUAS is an unmanned aircraft weighing __________.
Less than 55 pounds
Category 3 eligible aircrafts can maintain sustained flight over any human being if they are directly participating in the operation of the small unmanned aircraft, or __________.
Located under a covered structure or inside a stationary vehicle which can provide reasonable protection from a small, falling, unmanned aircraft
Over which area should a Remote Pilot expect to find the highest amount of thermal currents under normal circumstances?
Moist areas
A crew conducting surveillance anticipates losing visual sight with the sUAS within a small segment of the flight plan. The flight __________.
Must be re-routed to maintain visual-line-of-sight
As you are flying your sUAS, valued at $1,000, over a home to photograph it for real estate sales purposes, the sUAS has a failure causing it to fall onto an awning causing some minor damage. The fair market value of the awning is $800 but it can be repaired for $400. What type of report is required?
No report is required
In the TAF from KOKC, the clear sky becomes __________.
Overcast at 2000 feet
Which crew member is required to be under the direct supervision of the remote PIC when operating an sUAS?
Person manipulating the controls
What effect does high density altitude have on the efficiency of a UA propeller?
Propeller efficiency is decreased
The remarks section for KMDW has "RAB35" listed. This entry means _________.
Rain began at 1835Z
In the TAF for KMEM, what does "SHRA" stand for?
Rain showers
Category 2 eligible aircrafts are prohibited from operating in sustained flight over open-air assemblies unless the operation meets the requirements for __________.
Remote ID
Which of the following crewmembers must be used during Part 107 sUAS operations?
Remote PIC
Which crewmember must hold a remote pilot certificate with a SUAS rating?
Remote Pilot-in-Command
Who holds the responsibility to ensure all crewmembers who are participating in the operation are not impaired by drugs or alcohol?
Remote Pilot-in-Command
Who is responsible for ensuring there are enough crewmembers for a given sUAS operation?
Remote Pilot-in-Command
According to 14 CFR Part 107, the responsibility to inspect the small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) to ensure it is in safe operating condition rests with the.....
Remote pilot in command
To avoid a possible collision with a manned aircraft, you estimate your small unmanned aircraft climbed to an altitude greater than 600 feet AGL. To whom must you report the deviation?
The FAA, upon request
When using a small UA in a commercial operation, who is responsible for briefing the participants about emergency procedures?
The Remote Pilot-in-Command
For KMEM, how does the weather change from 2200Z to 0200Z?
The ceiling drops from 1,500 feet AGL to 800 feet AGL
According to 14 CFR Part 48, when would a small unmanned aircraft owner NOT be permitted to register it?
The owner is less than 13 years of age
What action should the pilots take if a collision is anticipated?
The remote pilot should adjust the sUAS course
What is the weight of the lightest drone that must be registered?
UAs weighing more than .55 lbs (250G) must be registered with the FAA.
A person without a Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate may operate an sUAS for commercial operations __________.
Under the direct supervision of a Remote PIC
What causes variations in altimeter settings between weather reporting points?
Unequal heating of the Earth's surface
According to 14 CFR Part 107, what is required to operate a small unmanned aircraft within 30 minutes after official sunset?
Use of anti-collision lights
What is the forecast wind for KMEM from 1600Z until the end of the forecast?
Variable in direction at 6 knots
Whose sole task during an sUAS operation is to watch the sUAS and report potential hazards to the rest of the crew?
Visual Observer
"Unmanned aircraft" is defined as a device operated __________.
Without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.
Under what conditions would a small 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 on-board or attached to the aircraft
You are part of a news crew, operating an sUAS to cover a breaking story. You experience a flyaway during landing. The unmanned aircraft strikes a vehicle, causing approximately $800 worth of damage. When must you report the accident to the FAA?
Within 10 days
Which of the following operations would be regulated by 14 CFR part 107
operating your sUAS for an imagery company
Who is ultimately responsible for preventing a hazardous situation before an accident occurs?
remote pilot in command
The recommended entry position for manned aircraft to enter an airport traffic pattern is ____________________.
to enter 45 degrees at the midpoint of the downwind leg at traffic pattern altitude
An aircraft announces they are on short final for runway nine. Where will the aircraft be in relation to the airport?
west