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FAA Remote Pilot (Part 107) Exam Prep

The FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot exam is required to fly drones commercially in the United States. It covers UAS-specific regulations, airspace, weather, and operational procedures. This is the fastest-growing FAA certificate category with over 300,000 holders.

60

Questions

70%

Pass Mark

2 hours

Time Limit

95%

Avg Pass Rate

Cost

$175

Prerequisites

Be at least 16 years old, pass TSA security vetting

Topics Covered

1Part 107 regulations and waivers
2Airspace classification and requirements
3Weather effects on small UAS
4sUAS loading and performance
5Emergency procedures
6Crew roles (remote PIC, visual observer)
7Airport operations and radio communication
8Physiology and aeronautical decision-making
9Maintenance and preflight inspection
10LAANC and airspace authorization

Expert Study Tips

1

Part 107 regulations are the single biggest topic — know every rule

2

Master airspace classifications, especially near airports

3

Understand the waiver process for operations beyond standard rules

4

Weather questions focus on practical effects: wind, visibility, clouds

5

This exam is considered one of the easiest FAA tests — many pass on first try

6

Study sectional charts — you will be asked to identify airspace from charts

Suggested Study Timeline

1

Weeks 1-2

Read through all study materials and take notes on key concepts

2

Weeks 3-4

Focus on weak areas identified from initial study, create flashcards

3

Weeks 5-6

Take full-length practice tests, review all incorrect answers

4

Week 7

Final review of trouble areas, take 2-3 practice exams scoring 85%+

5

Week 8

Light review only, schedule and take the exam

Recommended Resources

  • 14 CFR Part 107 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
  • FAA Remote Pilot Study Guide (FAA-G-8082-22)
  • Advisory Circular AC 107-2A
  • FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement (CT-8080-2H)

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