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  1. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    Falsifying records that are required to show compliance with any requirement of Part 107 can lead to

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    Denial of application for Remote Pilot, waivers, or suspension/revocation, or a civil penalty. (14 CFR Part 107.5 states that falsifying records that are required to show compliance with any requirements under Part 107 or reproduction or alteration of certificate can lead to denial of application, wRead more

    Denial of application for Remote Pilot, waivers, or suspension/revocation, or a civil penalty.

    (14 CFR Part 107.5 states that falsifying records that are required to show compliance with any requirements under Part 107 or reproduction or alteration of certificate can lead to denial of application, waiver, suspension or revocation, or a civil penalty.)

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  2. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    You purchased a new quadcopter that weights 0.43 lbs (195 grams) to complete roof inspections. Is this operation subject to 14 CFR Part 107?

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    Yes, there is no lower weight limit for operating under 14 CFR Part 107.   (14 CFR 107.3 states that "small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft." There is no lower limit forRead more

    Yes, there is no lower weight limit for operating under 14 CFR Part 107.  

    (14 CFR 107.3 states that “small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft.” There is no lower limit for weight.)

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    You are part of a news crew, operating an sUAS to cover a breaking story. You experience a flyaway during landing. The unmanned aircraft strikes a vehicle, causing approximately $800 worth of damage. When must you report the accident to the FAA?

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    Within 10 days. (14 CFR 107.9 states that "accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days, any operations involving at least: (a) Serious injury to any person or any loss of consciousness; or (b) Damage to any property for which the cost of repair exceeds $500" An overnight stay in thRead more

    Within 10 days.

    (14 CFR 107.9 states that “accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days, any operations involving at least: (a) Serious injury to any person or any loss of consciousness; or (b) Damage to any property for which the cost of repair exceeds $500” An overnight stay in the hospital would be considered serious injury.)

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  4. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    Within how many days must an sUAS accident be reported to the FAA?

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    10 days.   (According to 14 CFR Part 107.9, accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days.)

    10 days.  

    (According to 14 CFR Part 107.9, accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days.)

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  5. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    A person whose sole task is watching the sUAS to report hazards to the rest of the crew is called:

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    Visual observer. (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that a "visual observer means a person who is designated by the remote pilot in command to assist the remote pilot in command and the person manipulating the flight controls of the small UAS to see and avoid other air traffic or objects aloft or on the grouRead more

    Visual observer.

    (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that a “visual observer means a person who is designated by the remote pilot in command to assist the remote pilot in command and the person manipulating the flight controls of the small UAS to see and avoid other air traffic or objects aloft or on the ground.”)

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  6. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    According to 14 CFR Part 107, an sUAS is an unmanned aircraft system weighing

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    Less than 55 lbs. (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that a "small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft." Note that a UAS weighing exactly 55 lbs would not be included.)

    Less than 55 lbs.

    (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that a “small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft.” Note that a UAS weighing exactly 55 lbs would not be included.)

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  7. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    While operating a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS), you experience a flyaway and several people suffer injuries. Which of the following injuries requires reporting to the FAA?

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    An injury requiring an overnight hospital stay.  (14 CFR 107.9 states that "accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days, any operations involving at least: (a) Serious injury to any person or any loss of consciousness; or (b) Damage to any property for which the cost of repair exceRead more

    An injury requiring an overnight hospital stay. 

    (14 CFR 107.9 states that “accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 calendar days, any operations involving at least: (a) Serious injury to any person or any loss of consciousness; or (b) Damage to any property for which the cost of repair exceeds $500” An overnight stay in the hospital would be considered serious injury.)

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  8. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated

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    Without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft. (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that "Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.")

    Without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.

    (14 CFR Part 107.3 states that “Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.”)

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  9. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

    Which operations must comply with 14 CFR Part 107?

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    Civil operations.  (According to 14 CFR Part 107.1(a), "except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this part applies to the (…) operation of civil small unmanned aircraft systems within the United States.")

    Civil operations. 

    (According to 14 CFR Part 107.1(a), “except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this part applies to the (…) operation of civil small unmanned aircraft systems within the United States.”)

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  10. Asked: May 31, 2024In:

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

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    Model aircraft for hobby use.  (Flying a model aircraft as a hobby would be considered recreational flying and therefore not fall under Part 107.)

    Model aircraft for hobby use. 

    (Flying a model aircraft as a hobby would be considered recreational flying and therefore not fall under Part 107.)

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