Exam quiz FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Question 1

Which of the following types of operations are excluded from the requirements in part 107?

Accepted Answer

Model aircraft for hobby use.

Answer

UAS used for motion picture filming.

Answer

Quadcopter capturing aerial imagery for crop monitoring.

Question 2

On a sectional chart, what does a solid blue line indicate?

Accepted Answer

Class B airspace.

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Class C airspace.

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Class D airspace.

Question 3

What is the maximum altitude you can fly your drone above the ground (AGL) if you are NOT flying over a structure?

Accepted Answer

400 feet.

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500 feet.

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1,200 feet.

Question 4

What indicates the beginning of the dissipating stage of a thunderstorm?

Accepted Answer

Downdrafts spread throughout the cloud and cut off the updrafts.

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Precipitation begins to fall.

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The cloud develops an anvil top.

Question 5

Which factor would tend to increase the density altitude at a given airport?

Accepted Answer

An increase in ambient temperature.

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An increase in barometric pressure.

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A decrease in relative humidity.

Question 6

Are remote pilots allowed to fly a small UAS in a Prohibited Area?

Accepted Answer

No, flights are prohibited for national security or other reasons.

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Yes, with ATC authorization.

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Yes, if flying under 400 feet AGL.

Question 7

Which weather phenomenon is always associated with a thunderstorm?

Accepted Answer

Lightning.

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Hail.

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Heavy rain.

Question 8

Can an air traffic controller at a local tower give you Part 107 airspace authorization over a VHF radio?

Accepted Answer

No, Part 107 operators must use LAANC or the FAA DroneZone for authorization.

Answer

Yes, verbal authorization is preferred.

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Yes, but only in Class D airspace.

Question 9

You are feeling pressured by your client to fly your drone to get a specific shot, even though the wind is exceeding the manufacturer's safe limits. Which hazardous attitude is this situation likely to trigger if you comply?

Accepted Answer

Macho or Impulsivity.

Answer

Resignation.

Answer

Anti-authority.

Question 10

What causes variations in altimeter settings between weather reporting points?

Accepted Answer

Unequal heating of the Earth's surface.

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Variation of terrain elevation.

Answer

Coriolis force.

Question 11

In a TAF, what does the code 'WS010/31050KT' mean?

Accepted Answer

Non-convective low-level wind shear at 1,000 feet, wind from 310 degrees at 50 knots.

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Weather system at 1,000 feet moving 310 degrees at 50 knots.

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Wind storm warning: 10 miles visibility, winds 310 at 50 knots.

Question 12

How can a remote pilot check for Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) before a flight?

Accepted Answer

By checking the FAA's Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system.

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By calling 911.

Answer

By reading the local newspaper.

Question 13

Use the acronym IMSAFE before operating your sUAS to

Accepted Answer

make sure you as the remote pilot are fit for the flight.

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preflight your sUAS.

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make sure you meet all regulatory requirements.

Question 14

Who is responsible for determining the appropriate maintenance schedule for a small UAS?

Accepted Answer

The manufacturer, or the Remote PIC if no manufacturer schedule exists.

Answer

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Answer

A certified aviation mechanic.

Question 15

As altitude increases, what happens to the true airspeed of a fixed-wing sUAS flying at a constant indicated airspeed?

Accepted Answer

True airspeed increases because the air is less dense.

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True airspeed decreases.

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True airspeed remains the same.

Question 16

When flying at night, what is the best technique for spotting other aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Use off-center viewing by looking 5 to 10 degrees to the side of the object.

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Look directly at the object you are trying to see.

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Scan the sky rapidly without stopping.

Question 17

At Coeur D'Alene which frequency should be used as a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to monitor airport traffic?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

Answer

122.05 MHz.

Answer

135.075 MHz.

Question 18

What is the best way to keep track of a drone's maintenance history, battery cycles, and component replacements?

Accepted Answer

Maintain a detailed logbook for the drone and its batteries.

Answer

Rely on the drone's internal app memory.

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Report all maintenance to the FAA via DroneZone.

Question 19

The amount of water vapor which air can hold depends primarily on the:

Accepted Answer

Air temperature.

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Dew point.

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Air pressure.

Question 20

The "yellow demarcation bar" marking indicates

Accepted Answer

runway with a displaced threshold that precedes the runway.

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the beginning of available runway for landing on the approach.

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a hold line from a taxiway to a runway.

Question 21

How does frost form on an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

When the temperature of the collecting surface is at or below the dew point of the adjacent air, and the dew point is below freezing.

Answer

When water drops freeze upon striking the aircraft's surface.

Answer

When flying through supercooled water droplets.

Question 22

In the METAR 'SPECI KMDW 121856Z 32005KT 1 1/2SM RA OVC007 17/16 A2980', what does 'SPECI' indicate?

Accepted Answer

A special unscheduled observation indicating a significant change in weather.

Answer

A specified terminal forecast.

Answer

A special restricted airspace notice.

Question 23

What documentation must you have in your physical possession or readily accessible while flying commercially?

Accepted Answer

Your Remote Pilot Certificate and a form of photo ID.

Answer

A physical medical certificate.

Answer

The drone's user manual.

Question 24

Which runway and traffic pattern should be used as indicated by the wind cone in the segmented circle?

Accepted Answer

Left-hand traffic on Runway 36.

Answer

Right-hand traffic on Runway 9.

Answer

Right-hand traffic on Runway 18.

Question 25

If you add a payload to your drone that shifts the CG beyond the aft limit, what is the most likely aerodynamic consequence?

Accepted Answer

The drone will be tail-heavy and highly unstable, making it difficult or impossible to control.

Answer

The drone will be nose-heavy, causing it to descend rapidly.

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The drone will automatically engage a return-to-home protocol.

Question 26

According to Part 107, who is responsible for ensuring that all persons directly participating in the operation are informed about the operating conditions and emergency procedures?

Accepted Answer

The Remote PIC.

Answer

The person who hired the drone pilot.

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The visual observer.

Question 27

A small UA must be operated in a manner which

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does not endanger the life or property of another.

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requires more than one visual observer.

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never exceeds 200 feet AGL.

Question 28

One of the purposes for issuing a Temporary Flight restriction (TFR) is to

Accepted Answer

protect public figures.

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announce Parachute Jump Areas.

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identify Airport Advisory Areas.

Question 29

What does LAANC stand for?

Accepted Answer

Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability.

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Local Area Airspace Navigation Control.

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Low Altitude Aviation Network Communication.

Question 30

A pilot should be able to overcome the symptoms or avoid future occurrences of hyperventilation by

Accepted Answer

slowing the breathing rate, breathing into a bag, or talking aloud.

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increasing the breathing rate in order to increase lung ventilation.

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closely monitoring the flight instruments to control the airplane.

Question 31

Which combination of factors will result in the lowest density altitude (and therefore the best performance)?

Accepted Answer

Low temperature, low elevation, low humidity.

Answer

High temperature, high elevation, high humidity.

Answer

High temperature, low elevation, high humidity.

Question 32

What does 'VRB' mean in the wind group of a METAR report (e.g., VRB03KT)?

Accepted Answer

The wind direction is variable.

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Visibility is reduced by blowing wind.

Answer

Visual flight rules are required.

Question 33

What effect does a strong headwind have on a small UAS trying to fly from point A to point B?

Accepted Answer

It decreases the ground speed, meaning the drone will require more battery power and time to cover the same distance.

Answer

It increases the ground speed and reduces battery consumption.

Answer

It has no effect on ground speed, only on indicated airspeed.

Question 34

What is 'Pressure Altitude'?

Accepted Answer

The altitude indicated when the barometric pressure scale is set to 29.92 inches of mercury (Hg).

Answer

The altitude read on an altimeter when set to the local barometric pressure.

Answer

The actual physical height of the aircraft above mean sea level.

Question 35

If your drone loses communication link with the control station, this is known as a:

Accepted Answer

Lost link.

Answer

Flyaway.

Answer

System failure.

Question 36

The vertical limits of that portion of Class E airspace designated as a Federal Airway over Magee Airport are

Accepted Answer

1,200 feet AGL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Answer

700 feet MSL to 12,500 feet MSL.

Answer

7,500 feet MSL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Question 37

In meteorology, what is a 'front'?

Accepted Answer

The boundary layer between two distinct air masses of different temperatures and densities.

Answer

The center of a high-pressure system.

Answer

The leading edge of a microburst.

Question 38

While doing a commercial drone job, your drone gets into an accident and crashes. Which of the following outcomes are you NOT required to report to the FAA?

Accepted Answer

A minor injury to a person that needs to be addressed with first aid.

Answer

Damage to a car that will cost around $750 to repair.

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A serious injury that requires the victim to be hospitalized.

Question 39

Why should a remote pilot avoid storing LiPo batteries fully charged for extended periods (e.g., several weeks)?

Accepted Answer

It degrades the battery's chemical structure, leading to swelling (puffing) and reduced lifespan.

Answer

The battery will become too cold.

Answer

The battery will permanently lock and cannot be used again.

Question 40

When water vapor condenses, what typically forms?

Accepted Answer

Clouds and fog.

Answer

Strong winds.

Answer

A temperature inversion.

Question 41

A systematic approach to preflight planning should always include:

Accepted Answer

Checking weather, airspace, terrain, crew fitness, and performing a thorough inspection of the aircraft.

Answer

Only checking the weather and the drone's battery level.

Answer

Applying for a waiver for every flight.

Question 42

During a crash, the lithium battery in your UAV is dislodged from its compartment and is found on the ground, 5 feet from the aircraft. You notice a dent in the battery, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Discard battery regardless of condition.

Answer

Assess the condition of the battery and cautiously proceed, following manufacturer's recommendations.

Answer

Perform a test flight to ensure that all items are working properly.

Question 43

In a TAF, what does 'BECMG' indicate?

Accepted Answer

A gradual change in conditions occurring over a specified time period (usually 2 hours).

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A probability of certain conditions occurring.

Answer

Becoming clear skies.

Question 44

How does high density altitude affect the performance of a small UAS?

Accepted Answer

It decreases performance due to reduced propeller efficiency and reduced aerodynamic lift.

Answer

It improves performance because the air is less dense.

Answer

It increases the efficiency of the battery.

Question 45

Civil twilight in the contiguous United States is defined as:

Accepted Answer

30 minutes before official sunrise and 30 minutes after official sunset.

Answer

60 minutes before official sunrise and 60 minutes after official sunset.

Answer

The time between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Question 46

According to 14 CFR part 107, what is the maximum groundspeed for a small UA?

Accepted Answer

87 knots.

Answer

100 knots.

Answer

87 mph.

Question 47

Which type of fog is formed when warm, moist air is pushed up a rising terrain or mountain slope by the wind?

Accepted Answer

Upslope fog.

Answer

Radiation fog.

Answer

Advection fog.

Question 48

Does a remote pilot need ATC authorization to fly a drone at 200 feet AGL in Class E airspace that begins at 1,200 feet AGL?

Accepted Answer

No, because the drone is flying in Class G airspace below the Class E.

Answer

Yes, all Class E airspace requires authorization.

Answer

Yes, because it is within the lateral limits of a federal airway.

Question 49

How are the weather conditions at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) best described?

Accepted Answer

Visibility of 16 statute miles, wind speed of 5 knots.

Answer

Scattered clouds at 700 feet, temperature of 16 °C.

Answer

Wind coming from NE, visibility obscured by fog.

Question 50

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) applies to:

Accepted Answer

All aircraft, including sUAS, unless specific exemptions are granted.

Answer

Only manned aircraft.

Answer

Only unmanned aircraft.

Question 51

When an aircraft's center of gravity is located forward of the forward CG limit, the aircraft:

Accepted Answer

Will be highly stable, but will require more elevator pressure to raise the nose, decreasing performance.

Answer

Is highly unstable and difficult to control.

Answer

Will stall at a lower airspeed.

Question 52

Can a remote PIC fly an sUAS in a Military Operations Area (MOA)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but extreme caution should be exercised.

Answer

No, MOAs are strictly prohibited for civil UAS.

Answer

Yes, but only if the PIC holds a special security clearance.

Question 53

Which of the following describes the 'Person Manipulating the Controls' under Part 107?

Accepted Answer

A person controlling the flight of an sUAS under the direct supervision of the Remote PIC.

Answer

They must always hold a Part 107 certificate.

Answer

The visual observer when they hold the radio.

Question 54

What is a 'squall line'?

Accepted Answer

A non-frontal, narrow band of active thunderstorms that often develop ahead of a cold front.

Answer

A line of low-level temperature inversions.

Answer

A continuous band of radiation fog.

Question 55

Before every flight, who is responsible for determining that the sUAS is properly loaded and within its weight and balance limits?

Accepted Answer

The Remote Pilot in Command (PIC).

Answer

The manufacturer.

Answer

The owner of the aircraft.

Question 56

The arrows that appear on the end of the north/south runway indicate that the area

Accepted Answer

cannot be used for landing, but may be used for taxiing and takeoff.

Answer

is usable for taxiing, takeoff, and landing.

Answer

may be used only for taxiing.

Question 57

According to 14 CFR part 107, the responsibility to inspect the small UAS to ensure it is in a safe operating condition rests with the

Accepted Answer

remote pilot-in-command.

Answer

visual observer.

Answer

owner of the small UAS.

Question 58

What is the minimum horizontal distance a small unmanned aircraft must maintain from a cloud?

Accepted Answer

2,000 feet.

Answer

500 feet.

Answer

1,000 feet.

Question 59

How does extreme cold weather affect a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery?

Accepted Answer

It increases internal resistance, resulting in a significant reduction in capacity and shorter flight times.

Answer

It increases the battery's capacity and extends flight time.

Answer

It has no effect on the battery's performance.

Question 60

If you are flying your sUAS and observe a sudden wind shift from a steady southerly breeze to a gusty northwest wind, accompanied by a drop in temperature, what has likely passed?

Accepted Answer

A cold front.

Answer

A warm front.

Answer

A high-pressure center.

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