Operating Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Jack from Half Chrome provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the FAA Part 107 practice exam, offering insights into the questions and answers. He emphasizes the importance of downloading the test and supplement materials from their website. Jack shares his background in drone flying and teaching, and discusses hazardous attitudes, safety procedures, weather conditions, and airspace regulations. The video concludes with final tips for passing the exam.

What should you do before watching the video?

• Read a book on drone regulations.

• Start the video immediately.

• Download the test and test supplement from the provided links.

• Watch another tutorial first.

What are the characteristics of a stable air mass?

• Clear skies, high winds, excellent visibility, and no precipitation.

• Dangerous leading clouds, turbulent air, good visibility, and showery precipitation.

• Layered clouds, smooth air, poor visibility, and continued precipitation.

• Scattered clouds, moderate turbulence, variable visibility, and intermittent precipitation.

What is required to operate a UA in Class C airspace?

• A filed flight plan.

• A visual observer.

• ATC authorization.

• Monitoring the frequency.

How does high-density altitude affect UA propeller efficiency?

• It increases efficiency.

• It has no effect on efficiency.

• It decreases efficiency.

• It makes the propeller spin faster.

What is the purpose of using chart supplements?

• To find the best drone models.

• To check the weather forecast.

• To locate restaurants near airports.

• To find information such as CTAF frequencies and airspace details.

What is the load factor for a 30-degree banked turn?

• 0.5

• 2.0

• 1.154

• 1.0

What is a hazardous attitude that involves taking risks to impress others?

• Invulnerability

• Macho

• Impulsivity

• Anti-authority

Where can you find the most comprehensive information on a given airport?

• On social media.

• In a drone manual.

• On a weather app.

• In the chart supplement.

What is required to operate a small UA within 30 minutes after official sunset?

• A visual observer.

• Anti-collision lights visible for three miles.

• A special waiver.

• A flight plan.

What should a remote pilot do if the remote ID fails during flight?

• Continue flying and report later.

• Activate lights and continue.

• Land the aircraft and figure out the issue.

• Ignore the failure.