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20 sample Part 107 questions with answers, split like the real test

From our free bank, in the test's 3-option format and in the current FAA/PSI area split (Regulations 48%, Operations 25%, Airspace 20%, Weather 5%, Loading and performance 2%). Answer each one before you open it; the timed versions are the Quick and Full tests above.

1. 1. What is the anti-collision light requirement for Part 107 night operations? (Regulations)

   1. A. A red and green navigation light mounted on each wingtip, visible from 2 statute miles
   2. B. A steady white headlight rated at least 200 lumens, visible from 1 statute mile away
   3. C. An anti-collision light visible for at least 3 statute miles with a flash rate sufficient to avoid collision
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   C. An anti-collision light visible for at least 3 statute miles with a flash rate sufficient to avoid collision Per 14 CFR 107.29(b), for night operations the small UAS must be equipped with anti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles with a flash rate sufficient to avoid a collision. The remote PIC may reduce the light intensity if it causes safety concerns (e.g., glare during ground operations).

2. 2. What must a Part 107 remote pilot do after a drone accident that causes serious injury, loss of consciousness, or property damage (other than the drone) greater than $500? (Regulations)

   1. A. Report the accident to the FAA within 10 calendar days
   2. B. Report the accident to local police within 24 hours
   3. C. Report the accident to the FAA within 30 calendar days
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   A. Report the accident to the FAA within 10 calendar days Per 14 CFR 107.9, the remote PIC must report the accident to the FAA within 10 calendar days if it causes at least a serious injury to any person (AIS Level 3 or higher, per AC 107-2A), any loss of consciousness, or damage to property other than the small UAS, unless the cost of repair does not exceed $500 or, in a total loss, the fair market value does not exceed $500.

3. 3. What constitutes 'serious injury' that triggers the Part 107 accident reporting requirement? (Regulations)

   1. A. Any injury requiring hospitalization, loss of consciousness, or broken bones
   2. B. Only injuries resulting in death or permanent disability of the operator
   3. C. Any damage to the drone itself exceeding $500 in repair costs
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   A. Any injury requiring hospitalization, loss of consciousness, or broken bones 14 CFR 107.9 requires a report to the FAA within 10 calendar days for at least a serious injury to any person, any loss of consciousness, or property damage (other than the drone) above $500. AC 107-2A defines a serious injury as Level 3 or higher on the Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS); for example, an injury that requires hospitalization but can fully heal, such as head trauma, broken bones, or a laceration that needs sutures. Loss of consciousness is reportable on its own, even without a serious injury. Minor cuts or bruises are not reportable.

4. 4. What are the three ways to comply with the Remote ID rule? (Regulations)

   1. A. Broadcast module only, internet connection to FAA servers, or annual registration renewal
   2. B. Standard Remote ID, Remote ID broadcast module, or flying at an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA)
   3. C. Transponder equipage, ADS-B Out broadcast, or two-way radio communication with ATC
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   B. Standard Remote ID, Remote ID broadcast module, or flying at an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) There are three ways to comply with Remote ID: (1) Fly a drone with built-in Standard Remote ID, (2) Attach a Remote ID broadcast module to the drone, or (3) Fly without Remote ID only at an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA). FRIAs are fixed sites approved by the FAA for this purpose.

5. 5. Can a Part 107 remote pilot use binoculars to maintain visual line of sight with the drone? (Regulations)

   1. A. Yes, binoculars and other vision-enhancing devices may be used to maintain VLOS at any time
   2. B. No, vision-enhancing devices (other than corrective lenses) cannot be used for VLOS
   3. C. Only if the visual observer maintains VLOS instead of the remote pilot in command
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   B. No, vision-enhancing devices (other than corrective lenses) cannot be used for VLOS Per 14 CFR 107.31, the remote PIC or person maintaining VLOS must be able to see the drone with vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses (glasses, contacts). Binoculars, telescopes, and FPV goggles do not satisfy the VLOS requirement. A visual observer may assist but also cannot use vision-enhancing devices for VLOS.

6. 6. What waivers are available under Part 107? (Regulations)

   1. A. Waivers can be granted for any regulation in Part 107, including registration requirements, airworthiness standards, and pilot certification rules
   2. B. Waivers can be granted for specific operational limitations such as operations beyond visual line of sight, over people, at night (pre-2021), and certain altitude restrictions
   3. C. Waivers are only granted to public aircraft operations performed by federal, state, or local government agencies, not civil operators
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   B. Waivers can be granted for specific operational limitations such as operations beyond visual line of sight, over people, at night (pre-2021), and certain altitude restrictions Per 14 CFR 107.200, the FAA can issue waivers for certain Part 107 operational limitations if the applicant demonstrates the operation can be conducted safely. Waivable sections include operations over people, beyond VLOS, from moving vehicles, operations of multiple UAS, and altitude limits, among others.

7. 7. Under Part 107, can one remote pilot operate multiple drones simultaneously? (Regulations)

   1. A. Yes, without restrictions as long as VLOS is maintained
   2. B. Yes, up to three drones at once under standard rules
   3. C. No, unless granted a waiver under 14 CFR 107.35
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   C. No, unless granted a waiver under 14 CFR 107.35 Per 14 CFR 107.35, a person may not operate or act as remote PIC for more than one small UAS at a time. However, a waiver may be obtained under 14 CFR 107.200 to allow simultaneous operation of multiple drones if the applicant can demonstrate safe operations.

8. 8. What are the four categories of operations over people under the updated Part 107 rules? (Regulations)

   1. A. Category 1 (small/light), Category 2 (limited kinetic energy), Category 3 (larger with operational limits), and Category 4 (airworthiness certificate)
   2. B. Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk, and Extreme Risk categories, each defined by increasing kinetic energy thresholds
   3. C. Recreational, Commercial, Governmental, and Military categories, each with separate certification requirements
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   A. Category 1 (small/light), Category 2 (limited kinetic energy), Category 3 (larger with operational limits), and Category 4 (airworthiness certificate) Part 107 Subpart D defines four categories for operations over people: Category 1 (under 0.55 lbs, no rotating parts that can lacerate), Category 2 (must not cause injury above certain thresholds), Category 3 (a higher 25 ft-lb threshold vs Cat 2’s 11 ft-lb but with operational restrictions), and Category 4 (requires airworthiness certificate).

9. 9. A Category 1 drone for operations over people must weigh how much? (Regulations)

   1. A. Less than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) including everything attached
   2. B. Less than 55 pounds, the maximum takeoff weight allowed under Part 107
   3. C. Less than 5 pounds, excluding batteries and other attachments
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   A. Less than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) including everything attached Per 14 CFR 107.110, a Category 1 small UAS must weigh 0.55 pounds (250 grams) or less, including everything attached at the time of takeoff. It also must not contain any exposed rotating parts that could lacerate human skin. No FAA-accepted declaration of compliance is needed for Category 1.

10. 10. Must a visual observer be co-located with the remote PIC? (Operations)

    1. A. No, but they must maintain VLOS of the drone and be able to communicate with the PIC
    2. B. Yes, the visual observer must stand directly beside the remote PIC during the entire flight
    3. C. No, a VO may be located anywhere within the operating area regardless of visual contact with the drone
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    A. No, but they must maintain VLOS of the drone and be able to communicate with the PIC The VO does not need to be co-located with the remote PIC, but they must be positioned to maintain VLOS of the drone and must be able to communicate with the PIC effectively throughout the operation. This allows the VO to be positioned at a different vantage point for better visibility.

11. 11. What communication method is required between the remote PIC and visual observer? (Operations)

    1. A. Only hand signals are permitted between the remote PIC and visual observer during flight operations
    2. B. Communication that enables effective coordination — can be verbal, radio, or other effective means
    3. C. Only two-way radio communication is required between the remote PIC and visual observer at all times
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    B. Communication that enables effective coordination — can be verbal, radio, or other effective means Part 107 does not specify a particular communication method between PIC and VO. Any effective means of communication (direct verbal, two-way radio, intercom, etc.) is acceptable as long as it allows the VO to alert the PIC about hazards and maintain coordination throughout the flight.

12. 12. What is Crew Resource Management (CRM) in the context of Part 107? (Operations)

    1. A. The effective use of all available resources to achieve safe flight operations
    2. B. Managing a fleet of drones and scheduling their maintenance tasks
    3. C. Managing crew work schedules and assigning duty shifts for pilots
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    A. The effective use of all available resources to achieve safe flight operations CRM involves the effective use of all available resources — including communication with crew members (VOs, support staff), using available information (weather, NOTAMs), and proper decision-making — to achieve the safest possible outcome. Good CRM helps prevent errors and mitigate hazards in drone operations. Available resources include personnel, equipment, and information.

13. 13. What is the 'IMSAFE' checklist? (Operations)

    1. A. A pre-flight drone maintenance checklist covering battery health, propeller condition, and firmware updates before takeoff, along with verifying GPS lock and camera gimbal calibration
    2. B. A personal fitness checklist: Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Emotion — used to assess if the pilot is fit to fly
    3. C. A weather assessment checklist covering wind speed, visibility, cloud ceiling, and precipitation conditions
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    B. A personal fitness checklist: Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Emotion — used to assess if the pilot is fit to fly IMSAFE is a personal readiness checklist: Illness (am I sick?), Medication (am I taking anything that impairs judgment?), Stress (am I under excessive stress?), Alcohol (have I consumed alcohol in the last 8 hours?), Fatigue (am I well-rested?), Emotion (am I emotionally stable?). Each item can affect safe decision-making.

14. 14. What does the PAVE checklist stand for in drone operations? (Operations)

    1. A. Propellers, Altitude, Visibility, Equipment — a standard preflight checklist model used before every drone flight
    2. B. Pilot, Aircraft, enVironment, External pressures — a risk assessment model
    3. C. Preflight, Authorization, Verification, Execution — a compliance model
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    B. Pilot, Aircraft, enVironment, External pressures — a risk assessment model PAVE is a risk assessment model: Pilot (am I fit to fly?), Aircraft (is the drone airworthy?), enVironment (weather, terrain, airspace suitable?), External pressures (am I being pressured to fly when it's unsafe?). Using PAVE helps identify and mitigate risks before each flight.

15. 15. What is a Military Operations Area (MOA)? (Airspace)

    1. A. Airspace where all civilian aircraft flights are completely prohibited at all times, regardless of any prior coordination with air traffic control or military authorities
    2. B. Airspace where military training activities may occur, requiring caution from non-participating aircraft
    3. C. Airspace surrounding military airports only, requiring special clearance
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    B. Airspace where military training activities may occur, requiring caution from non-participating aircraft A MOA is airspace designated for military training activities such as aerobatics and combat maneuvers. Non-participating aircraft (including drones) are not prohibited but should exercise extreme caution. MOAs are shown on sectional charts with magenta hatched borders.

16. 16. The inner core of Class B airspace typically extends from the surface to what altitude? (Airspace)

    1. A. It varies by location but is charted on the sectional
    2. B. 8,000 feet MSL at most major metropolitan airports
    3. C. 10,000 feet MSL regardless of the airport location
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    A. It varies by location but is charted on the sectional Class B airspace dimensions vary by location and are individually tailored to each airport's traffic patterns. The ceiling is typically 10,000 feet MSL at many major airports, but this is not universal. Always refer to the specific sectional chart for exact dimensions.

17. 17. A remote pilot wants to fly a drone within the lateral boundaries of Class B airspace but at only 50 feet AGL. Does this require authorization? (Airspace)

    1. A. No, authorization is never required below 400 feet AGL regardless of airspace class
    2. B. Yes, but only where Class B actually reaches the surface; under an outer shelf you are in Class E or G and no authorization is needed
    3. C. Only if the drone will be operated beyond visual line of sight of the pilot
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    B. Yes, but only where Class B actually reaches the surface; under an outer shelf you are in Class E or G and no authorization is needed Class B is an inverted wedding cake. Within the lateral boundaries of an OUTER ring the Class B floor sits well above ground (for example 3,000 ft MSL), so at 50 ft AGL you are UNDER the shelf — in Class E or G — and 107.41 does not apply. Authorization (LAANC or FAA DroneZone) is required only in the surface area, where Class B extends down to the ground. Read the sectional: the floor of each segment is printed under the ceiling as a fraction. Note 107.51(b) still caps you at 400 ft AGL either way.

18. 18. What does the notation '80/SFC' in a Class B airspace segment on a sectional chart mean? (Airspace)

    1. A. The airspace extends from the surface to 800 feet MSL
    2. B. The airspace extends from the surface to 8,000 feet MSL
    3. C. The airspace extends from 8,000 feet MSL to the surface
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    B. The airspace extends from the surface to 8,000 feet MSL On a sectional chart, '80/SFC' means the Class B airspace in that segment extends from the surface (SFC) up to 8,000 feet MSL. Numbers are expressed in hundreds of feet MSL, so '80' = 8,000 feet MSL. A drone operating anywhere in this segment requires ATC authorization.

19. 19. In the METAR 'KJFK 121856Z 18008KT 3SM BR OVC007 18/17 A2990', what does 'BR' indicate? (Weather)

    1. A. Heavy rain, coded as +RA in reports
    2. B. Moderate rain (coded as RA in METAR)
    3. C. Mist (visibility 5/8 SM to 6 SM)
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    C. Mist (visibility 5/8 SM to 6 SM) BR is the METAR abbreviation for mist (from the French 'brume'), indicating visibility between 5/8 statute mile and 6 statute miles due to water droplets. Combined with 3SM visibility and OVC007 (overcast at 700 feet), conditions are marginal for drone operations.

20. 20. What is the center of gravity (CG) and why is it important for drone operations? (Loading and performance)

    1. A. The geometric center point of the drone's body shell, which remains permanently fixed and unchanging regardless of battery placement, payload configuration, or any other modifications made to the airframe during flight preparation
    2. B. The fixed location of the battery pack, which determines the drone's weight distribution regardless of other components installed
    3. C. The point where the drone's weight is concentrated; if it shifts outside acceptable limits, the drone becomes unstable and difficult to control
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    C. The point where the drone's weight is concentrated; if it shifts outside acceptable limits, the drone becomes unstable and difficult to control The center of gravity is the point where all the weight of the aircraft is effectively concentrated. For a multirotor drone, the CG should be centered. If payload or accessories shift the CG outside acceptable limits, motors on one side must work harder, reducing efficiency, flight time, and controllability. Severe CG issues can cause a crash.

Since October 26, 2026 the test also shows current sectional chart crops: practice those here, free.

Written and reviewed by Renzo Madueño, former Airbus A320 First Officer (Avianca), FAA commercial pilot. Last reviewed October 5, 2026. Rotate Pilot is independent and not affiliated with the FAA or PSI.