FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG)RegulationsEasy
A drone delivery company hires an unlicensed trainee to physically manipulate the flight controls of an sUAS during paid delivery flights. Under 14 CFR 107.12, this arrangement is permitted only if:
- AA person holding a remote pilot certificate directly supervises the trainee and is directly responsible for the operation
- BThe trainee is at least 16 years old and has logged 10 hours of simulator time
- CThe trainee completes an online ground school within 30 days after the flight
- DThe company obtains a one-time FAA waiver for each flight
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. A person holding a remote pilot certificate directly supervises the trainee and is directly responsible for the operation
14 CFR 107.12 requires the person manipulating the controls to either hold a remote pilot certificate or be under the direct supervision of a person who does and who is directly responsible for the operation. Age, simulator hours, and after-the-fact training do not satisfy this requirement.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Age and simulator hours are not the qualifying standard in 107.12.
- C. Training must occur before, and supervision must be direct during, not after the flight.
- D. No waiver is needed for supervised, uncertificated operation of the controls.
Certificate Required (107.12)
A person may manipulate the flight controls of an sUAS under Part 107 only if they hold a remote pilot certificate, or are directly supervised by someone who does and is directly responsible for the operation.
- Supervising remote pilot remains directly responsible
- Supervision must be direct, not remote or delayed
- Applies to anyone manipulating flight controls for compensation
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