FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG) practice questions

269 free questions with answers and explanations.

Practice test
  1. 201.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS aerial inspection of a bridge over a river. During the operation, a hot air balloon appears to be on a converging course at the same altitude. Who has the right-of-way?Operations
  2. 202.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS mapping mission in a rural area. The pilot observes an uncrewed free balloon drifting into the planned operational area. What is the remote pilot's responsibility regarding this balloon?Operations
  3. 203.A remote pilot in command is performing a preflight inspection of a sUAS before a mapping mission. They notice a minor crack in one of the propeller blades. What is the appropriate action the remote pilot should take?Operations
  4. 204.A remote pilot is preparing for a commercial sUAS operation in a remote area. During the preflight inspection, the pilot notices that the sUAS's propellers are slightly unbalanced. What is the most likely consequence of operating the sUAS with unbalanced propellers?Operations
  5. 205.A remote pilot is planning to use a sUAS for a commercial photography assignment over a remote, unpopulated canyon. The sUAS is equipped with a payload release mechanism. Which statement regarding dropping objects from the sUAS is correct?Operations
  6. 206.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial photography flight within the lateral boundaries of Class E airspace designated as a surface area for an airport. The flight will take place at an altitude of 300 feet AGL. Does the remote pilot need to obtain FAA airspace authorization for this operation?Operations
  7. 207.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS aerial survey for a construction project. The sUAS is operating at an altitude of 300 feet above ground level (AGL). What is the maximum horizontal distance the remote pilot can legally operate the sUAS from the control station without a waiver?Operations
  8. 208.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS mapping mission in a rural area. The pilot observes an agricultural aircraft spraying crops at a lower altitude on a converging course. What action should the remote pilot take?Operations
  9. 209.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS inspection flight near a large body of water during the day. The local weather forecast predicts light winds. However, the pilot observes a consistent, localized wind blowing from the water towards the shore. What meteorological phenomenon is most likely causing this localized wind?Operations
  10. 210.During a preflight inspection, a remote pilot notices that one of the sUAS's propellers has a small chip on the leading edge. What is the most appropriate action the remote pilot should take?Operations
  11. 211.A remote pilot is preparing for a sUAS flight near a remote mountain ridge. The weather forecast indicates a strong wind flowing up the slope. What atmospheric condition is this pilot most likely to encounter?Operations
  12. 212.A remote pilot is preparing for a sUAS flight in an area known for high winds. To ensure stable flight and maximize endurance, the pilot considers the aerodynamic forces acting on the sUAS. Which type of drag is primarily affected by the sUAS's shape and frontal area, and increases significantly with airspeed?Operations
  13. 213.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS flight near a location with a high concentration of radio and cellular towers. What potential hazard should the remote pilot be most concerned about?Operations
  14. 214.A remote pilot reviews the following Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) excerpt before a planned evening survey flight: 'KSMF 0517/0617 20008KT 9999 FEW030 SCT080 TEMPO 0520/0523 23015G25KT BKN040.' What wind conditions are expected between 2000Z and 2300Z (8 PM and 11 PM local time, assuming no daylight saving for UTC offset)?Operations
  15. 215.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS flight near a remote airport that has no operating control tower and is located within Class G airspace. To operate legally within a half-mile of this airport, what action must the remote pilot take?Operations
  16. 216.A remote pilot is preparing for a sUAS flight in an area known for high winds. To ensure stable flight and prevent excessive battery drain, the pilot should consider a sUAS design that minimizes:Operations
  17. 217.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial photography flight within the lateral boundaries of the surface area of Class E airspace designated for an airport. The airport has an operating control tower. What authorization is required for this operation?Operations
  18. 218.A remote pilot is planning to use a sUAS to inspect a tall cell tower that extends to 650 feet AGL. To legally fly the sUAS at an altitude of 600 feet AGL for this inspection, what must the remote pilot do?Operations
  19. 219.A remote pilot is preparing for a sUAS inspection flight near a large industrial facility that includes high-voltage power lines and radio towers. The pilot notices erratic compass readings during calibration. Which phenomenon is most likely causing this issue?Operations
  20. 220.During a preflight inspection, a remote pilot in command identifies a small crack on one of the sUAS's propeller blades. The sUAS is otherwise fully functional. What is the most appropriate course of action, according to FAA regulations and best practices?Operations
  21. 221.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS operation in a remote area for agricultural purposes. The pilot launches the sUAS and immediately notices that it is difficult to control and exhibits unusual vibrations. What is the most likely cause of this issue?Operations
  22. 222.A remote pilot is preparing for a night sUAS operation for a utility company inspecting power lines. Which of the following is a required condition for conducting this operation?Operations
  23. 223.A remote pilot is conducting a commercial sUAS operation and plans to fly directly over a public road with intermittent traffic. The sUAS weighs 3 pounds and has not been evaluated by the FAA for operations over people. Under which category of operations over people can this flight be conducted?Operations
  24. 224.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS flight for a commercial video shoot. During the flight, the remote pilot momentarily loses visual line of sight with the sUAS due to a large, unexpected bird flying between the pilot and the drone. What action is immediately required by regulation?Operations
  25. 225.A remote pilot is preparing for a sUAS flight in an area known for high winds. To ensure stable flight and prevent potential loss of control, what aerodynamic principle should the pilot be most aware of regarding the sUAS's performance in these conditions?Operations
  26. 226.A remote pilot in command is performing a preflight inspection of a sUAS before a mapping mission. During the inspection, the pilot notices a hairline crack on one of the propeller blades. What is the appropriate action to take before flight?Operations
  27. 227.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS aerial inspection of a bridge over a river. During the flight, the remote pilot observes a hot air balloon approaching their operating area at approximately the same altitude. What action is required by the remote pilot?Operations
  28. 228.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial photography flight within the lateral boundaries of a Class E surface area designated for an airport. The airport has an operating control tower, but the Class E surface area extends beyond the Class D airspace. What authorization is required for this operation?Operations
  29. 229.A remote pilot is planning to use a sUAS for a commercial photography assignment over a remote, unpopulated area. The client requests that the sUAS drop a small, soft marketing banner during the flight as a promotional stunt. What must the remote pilot ensure to comply with 14 CFR Part 107?Operations
  30. 230.A remote pilot reviews the following Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) excerpt before a planned evening survey flight: 'TAF KDEN 171720Z 1718/1818 27010KT P6SM BKN030 FM1800 29015G25KT P6SM OVC040 TEMPO 1800/2100 2SM TSRA OVC020CB'. What does the 'TEMPO 1800/2100 2SM TSRA OVC020CB' indicate for the forecast period?Operations
  31. 231.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS inspection flight near a large body of water. The weather forecast indicates clear skies and light winds. What unique atmospheric condition is most likely to affect sUAS operations over the water, especially during the day?Operations
  32. 232.During a preflight inspection, a remote pilot notices that the sUAS's propellers are slightly unbalanced. What is the most likely consequence of operating the sUAS with unbalanced propellers?Operations
  33. 233.A remote pilot in command plans to conduct a sUAS aerial photography flight in a densely populated urban area, requiring operations directly over people. The sUAS weighs 1.5 pounds and has been certified by the manufacturer to meet the performance-based requirements for operating over people without any exposed rotating parts. Which category of operations over people does this sUAS fall into?Operations
  34. 234.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial photography flight over a local park. The park is located within the lateral boundaries of Class D airspace, with the airport's control tower operating from 0700 to 2200 local time. The pilot plans to fly at 150 feet AGL during the tower's operating hours. What is required for this operation?Operations
  35. 235.A remote pilot in command calls Flight Service on the morning of a flight but had already received an outlook briefing the previous day. Which type of weather briefing should the pilot request to update the previous day's information?Operations
  36. 236.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial survey flight over a construction site that includes a 300-foot tall crane. The base of the crane is at an elevation of 500 feet MSL. What is the maximum altitude above ground level (AGL) the remote pilot is permitted to operate the sUAS, assuming no waivers or authorizations?Operations
  37. 237.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial inspection of a historic bridge located within a National Security Area (NSA). The sectional chart indicates the NSA has a specified altitude limit of 3,000 feet AGL. What action must the remote pilot take before operating the sUAS within this NSA?Operations
  38. 238.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS flight for a commercial video shoot. During the flight, a manned aircraft unexpectedly enters the sUAS's operating area from the right. Which action is required of the remote pilot?Operations
  39. 239.A remote pilot in command is planning a flight in mountainous terrain and wants firsthand, current information about in-flight weather conditions, such as turbulence and icing, that may not be accurately reflected in standard forecasts. What is the best source for this type of information?Operations
  40. 240.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS aerial survey near a high-voltage power line corridor. The sUAS begins to exhibit erratic control inputs and GPS signal loss, despite clear weather and a healthy battery. What is the most likely cause of this behavior?Operations
  41. 241.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS operation near a large group of emergency responders at an accident scene. The remote pilot notices a manned helicopter approaching to land at the scene. What action must the remote pilot take?Operations
  42. 242.A remote pilot in command is planning a flight in mountainous terrain and wants firsthand, current information about turbulence, icing, and cloud bases that may not be available from standard weather forecasts. What is the most appropriate source for this type of information?Operations
  43. 243.A remote pilot is preparing to launch a sUAS from a rooftop landing pad. The preflight inspection reveals that one of the propellers has a minor chip on the leading edge and appears slightly bent compared to the others. What is the most appropriate action for the remote pilot?Operations
  44. 244.A remote pilot is planning to use a sUAS for a commercial photography assignment over a remote, unpopulated area. The client asks if the sUAS can drop small promotional leaflets during the flight. Under what conditions, if any, is dropping objects from a sUAS permitted under Part 107?Operations
  45. 245.A certificated remote pilot has not conducted any sUAS operations for 23 calendar months. To legally act as a remote pilot in command again, what must they do?Operations
  46. 246.During a preflight inspection, a remote pilot in command identifies a small crack on one of the sUAS propeller blades. What action is required before the flight can proceed?Operations
  47. 247.A remote pilot in command calls Flight Service on the morning of a flight but had already reviewed the TAF and METARs online. The pilot specifically requests a briefing that updates previous information and provides current conditions. Which type of weather briefing is the pilot requesting?Operations
  48. 248.A remote pilot is conducting a sUAS flight for a commercial video shoot. During the flight, the remote pilot observes a manned aircraft approaching their operating area at the same altitude. Which action is the remote pilot required to take?Operations
  49. 249.A remote pilot is planning a sUAS aerial inspection of a historic bridge located within a National Security Area (NSA). Which of the following is true regarding operations in an NSA?Operations
  50. 250.A remote pilot in command is preparing for a sUAS flight near a remote airport with an operating control tower. To legally operate within the Class D airspace surrounding this airport, the remote pilot must obtain:Operations