FAA Part 107 sUAS Recurrent (ALC-677)

How often must a Part 107 remote pilot complete recurrent training to keep the Remote Pilot Certificate current?

• AEvery 12 calendar months
• BEvery 24 calendar months
• CEvery 36 calendar months
• DOnly once after the initial knowledge test

Since April 2021, how does a current Part 107 pilot complete recurrent training?

• ABy passing a proctored test at a PSI testing center
• BBy completing the free online FAASafety.gov course ALC-677
• CBy mailing a renewal form to the FAA Airmen Certification Branch
• DBy attending an in-person FSDO interview

What is the maximum groundspeed allowed for a small unmanned aircraft under Part 107?

• A100 knots (115 mph)
• B60 knots (69 mph)
• CNo groundspeed limit applies
• D87 knots (100 mph)

What is the maximum allowable altitude for a small UAS under Part 107 when not within 400 feet of a structure?

• A500 feet AGL
• B400 feet AGL
• C1,000 feet AGL
• D400 feet MSL

Under the structure exception in 14 CFR 107.51, a small UAS may fly higher than 400 feet AGL only if it remains within how far of a structure?

• AA 1,000-foot radius of the structure
• BA 100-foot radius of the structure
• CA 400-foot radius of the structure
• DDirectly above the structure only

Which class of airspace generally requires no ATC authorization for Part 107 operations below 400 feet AGL?

• AClass B
• BClass C
• CClass D
• DClass G

What system allows Part 107 pilots to obtain near-real-time airspace authorization in controlled airspace?

• ALAANC
• BADS-B Out
• CTFR NOTAM service
• DMode C transponder

On a sectional chart, controlled airspace where a magenta dashed line surrounds an airport typically indicates which class?

• AClass B surface area
• BClass C surface area
• CClass D surface area
• DClass E airspace beginning at the surface

What does a METAR report provide to a remote pilot?

• AA forecast of future weather conditions
• BA graphical depiction of frontal movement
• CAn observed (current) surface weather report
• DA pilot-submitted in-flight weather report

In the METAR group "24015G25KT," what does the G25 represent?

• AA wind direction of 250 degrees
• BA 25-knot steady headwind component
• CVisibility of 25 statute miles
• DWind gusts to 25 knots

How does high density altitude generally affect small UAS performance?

• AIt improves rotor efficiency and increases payload capability
• BIt has no measurable effect on multirotor drones
• CIt degrades performance, reducing thrust and endurance
• DIt increases maximum allowable groundspeed

How does adding payload near a multirotor drone's maximum gross weight typically affect endurance?

• AIt increases flight time because of added stability
• BIt decreases flight time because motors draw more current
• CIt has no effect as long as the battery is fully charged
• DIt increases the maximum service ceiling

Which action best describes Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM) for a remote pilot?

• AAlways completing the mission regardless of conditions
• BDelegating all judgment to the autopilot system
• CA systematic approach to consistently choosing the safest course of action
• DRelying solely on the visual observer for all decisions

Under 14 CFR 107.49, what must the remote pilot in command do before flight regarding the small UAS?

• AFile a flight plan with the nearest control tower
• BNotify the local police department
• CInspect the sUAS to ensure it is in a condition for safe operation
• DSubmit a maintenance log to the FAA

Operations Over People rules group small UAS into how many categories?

• AFour categories
• BTwo categories
• CThree categories
• DFive categories

Category 1 of the Operations Over People rule applies to small UAS weighing how much, including everything onboard?

• ALess than 4.4 pounds
• BLess than 55 pounds
• C0.55 pounds (250 grams) or less
• DExactly 1 pound

What is required to conduct routine Part 107 operations at night?

• AA specific waiver in all cases
• BUse of a Mode C transponder
• CPermission from local air traffic control regardless of airspace
• DCompletion of the updated initial or recurrent training and anti-collision lighting

For night operations under Part 107, anti-collision lighting must be visible for at least how far?

• A1 statute mile
• B2 statute miles
• C5 statute miles
• D3 statute miles

Which of the following is true about Remote ID for most Part 107 operations?

• AIt is optional for all recreational and commercial flights
• BIt only applies to aircraft over 55 pounds
• CIt replaces the need for aircraft registration
• DMost drones required to be registered must broadcast Remote ID or use an FRIA

What is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA)?

• AA defined area where UAS without Remote ID may operate within visual line of sight
• BA zone where Remote ID broadcast is required at all times
• CAn airspace class reserved for night operations
• DA waiver category for operations over people

Under Part 107, operating a small UAS directly over a moving vehicle is generally:

• AAlways prohibited with no exceptions
• BAllowed only over the pilot's own vehicle
• CAllowed without restriction in Class G airspace
• DPermitted only if the operation meets specific transit and category requirements

Which agency administers the Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and recurrent training?

• AThe National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
• BThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• CThe Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
• DThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

What is the minimum flight visibility required for Part 107 operations from the control station?

• A1 statute mile
• B5 statute miles
• CNo minimum visibility is specified
• D3 statute miles

What minimum cloud clearance must a Part 107 remote pilot maintain?

• A500 feet below and 2,000 feet horizontal from clouds
• B1,000 feet below and 1 statute mile horizontal
• CClear of clouds in all cases
• D2,000 feet below and 1,000 feet horizontal

Which document must a remote pilot present when requested by an authorized FAA representative?

• AA college transcript
• BA notarized flight log
• CThe Remote Pilot Certificate and identification
• DA medical certificate

A small unmanned aircraft operated under Part 107 must be registered if it weighs:

• AMore than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) up to 55 pounds
• BAny weight, including under 250 grams, for commercial use
• CMore than 55 pounds only
• DOnly if it carries a camera

Under 14 CFR 107.9, an accident must be reported to the FAA within 10 days if it results in serious injury or property damage of at least:

• A$100
• B$500
• C$2,500
• D$10,000

Within how many days must a qualifying Part 107 accident be reported to the FAA?

• A24 hours
• B48 hours
• C10 calendar days
• D30 calendar days

A remote pilot wants to operate beyond a regulation's limits, such as flying above 400 feet AGL. What is the proper mechanism?

• AApply for a Part 107 waiver (Certificate of Waiver)
• BFile a NOTAM
• CSubmit an accident report
• DRequest a temporary flight restriction

Which of the following operating rules is NOT eligible to be waived under 14 CFR 107.205?

• AAnti-collision lighting for night and civil twilight operations
• BThe prohibition on carrying hazardous materials
• COperation from a moving vehicle
• DVisual line of sight aircraft operation

What is the maximum certificated takeoff weight of a small unmanned aircraft under Part 107?

• ALess than 25 pounds
• BLess than 100 pounds
• CLess than 250 pounds
• DLess than 55 pounds

Under Part 107, a remote pilot may operate how many small unmanned aircraft at one time?

• AUp to three with a visual observer
• BOne small unmanned aircraft at a time
• CUnlimited with autopilot
• DTwo if both are under 55 pounds

Carrying another person's property for compensation under Part 107 is:

• AAlways prohibited
• BAllowed only at night
• CPermitted within state boundaries subject to weight and other rule limits
• DAllowed only over people

During civil twilight, what equipment must a small UAS have under Part 107?

• AAnti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles
• BA landing light
• CA strobe certified by the FAA
• DA transponder

Which statement about visual line of sight (VLOS) under Part 107 is correct?

• AThe remote PIC or visual observer must be able to see the aircraft throughout the operati…
• BVLOS is only required during takeoff and landing
• CFirst-person-view goggles satisfy the VLOS requirement
• DVLOS is waived automatically in Class G airspace

On a sectional chart, Class B airspace is depicted by:

• ASolid blue lines
• BSolid magenta lines
• CA blue dashed line
• DA magenta dashed line

On a sectional chart, Class C airspace is typically depicted by:

• ASolid blue lines
• BSolid magenta lines
• CA magenta dashed line
• DA blue dashed line

On a sectional chart, Class D airspace is typically depicted by:

• AA solid magenta line
• BA solid blue line
• CA blue dashed line
• DA magenta shaded vignette

A shaded magenta band (fading vignette) on a sectional chart indicates Class E airspace beginning at:

• A700 feet AGL
• BThe surface
• C1,200 feet AGL
• D18,000 feet MSL

What is the purpose of a UAS Facility Map (UASFM)?

• ATo show recommended flight paths for hobbyists
• BTo list all airports with control towers
• CTo provide weather forecasts for drone operators
• DTo indicate the maximum altitudes at which LAANC authorizations may be granted in control…

A grid value of 0 on a UAS Facility Map for a given area means:

• AOperations are automatically approved up to 400 feet AGL
• BAutomatic LAANC authorization is not available; further coordination is required
• CThe area is uncontrolled Class G airspace
• DNight operations are prohibited there

What is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR)?

• AA permanent prohibited area
• BA regulatory action that restricts aircraft operations in a defined area for a limited ti…
• CA type of LAANC authorization
• DA class of controlled airspace

A NOTAM is best described as:

• AA notice containing information essential to flight operations and aeronautical activities
• BA pilot weather report
• CA type of waiver
• DAn airspace authorization

Which of the following is an example of special use airspace?

• AClass G airspace
• BA Restricted Area
• CA victor airway
• DA common traffic advisory area

Before operating near a Military Operations Area (MOA), a remote pilot should:

• AAssume it is always inactive
• BCheck NOTAMs and the MOA's published times of use for activity
• CIgnore it because Part 107 is exempt
• DRequest a TFR