FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG)OperationsHard
A remote pilot passed the initial Part 107 aeronautical knowledge test on March 10, 2022, and has completed no additional training since obtaining the certificate. The pilot is scheduled to act as PIC on a commercial job on April 5, 2024. Is the pilot legally current to exercise remote PIC privileges on that date?
- AYes, a Part 107 certificate never requires renewal once issued
- BNo, the pilot must retake the full initial knowledge test every 12 months
- CNo, the pilot must complete recurrent training or testing before further flights
- DYes, as long as a biennial flight review was completed with a CFI
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. No, the pilot must complete recurrent training or testing before further flights
Under 107.65, a remote pilot must pass a recurrent knowledge test or complete recurrent online training within the preceding 24 calendar months. Counting from March 2022, the recency period expired at the end of March 2024 (the last day of the 24th calendar month), so the pilot is not current for an April 5, 2024 flight and must complete recurrent training first.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Part 107 certificates require ongoing recurrent training/testing to remain current.
- B. Recurrency is required every 24 calendar months, not annually, and full retesting isn't always mandatory (online recurrent training is an option).
- D. Biennial flight reviews apply to manned-aircraft pilot certificates, not Part 107 remote pilot certificates.
Remote Pilot Recurrency (107.65)
A remote pilot must complete recurrent training or testing within the preceding 24 calendar months to continue exercising Part 107 privileges.
- Calendar months are counted to the last day of the 24th month
- Recurrent online training (free FAA course) or a recurrent knowledge test satisfies the requirement
- Failure to stay current means the pilot cannot act as PIC or direct supervisor
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