FAA Part 107 Regulations Quiz

The FAA's Part 107 regulations first went into effect in (a)   .

• 2014
• 2015
• 2016
• 2017

Answer explanation

The FAA's Part 107 regulations, which govern the use of drones for commercial purposes, first went into effect in 2016, making it the correct answer among the choices provided.

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate?

• 14 years

• 15 years

• 16 years

• 18 years

Answer explanation

The minimum age requirement to apply for a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate is 16 years. This ensures that applicants have the maturity and understanding necessary for safe drone operation.

What is the significance of the term "without the possibility of direct human intervention" in the context of UA?

• It means the aircraft can only be flown manually

• It indicates the aircraft is fully autonomous

• It means the aircraft can be operated remotely

• It indicates the aircraft requires a co-pilot

Answer explanation

The term "without the possibility of direct human intervention" signifies that the aircraft can be operated remotely, meaning it does not require a pilot on board to control it directly.

The main difference between a Small Unmanned Aircraft and a Small Unmanned Aircraft System is (a)  

• The aircraft itself
• The size of the aircraft
• The inclusion of additional equipme
• The color of the aircraft

Answer explanation

The main difference lies in the inclusion of additional equipment and components. A Small Unmanned Aircraft refers specifically to the aircraft itself, while a Small Unmanned Aircraft System encompasses the aircraft and its associated systems.

What does the acronym sUAS stand for?

• Small Unmanned Aircraft System

• Small Unmanned Aerial System

• Small Unmanned Airplane System

• Small Unmanned Aeronautical System

Answer explanation

The acronym sUAS stands for Small Unmanned Aircraft System. This term is widely used in aviation and regulatory contexts to refer to small drones and their operational systems.

What does the acronym NAS stand for in aviation?

• National Airspace System

• National Aeronautics System

• National Aviation Service

• National Aircraft System

Answer explanation

In aviation, NAS stands for National Airspace System, which encompasses the airspace, navigation facilities, and procedures for managing air traffic. This term is widely used in discussions about air traffic management and safety.

Match the following operations with their exclusions from Part 107.

• Launches for scientific experiments

• Amateur rockets

• Filming for business purposes

• Commercial drone filming

• Operations for recreational purposes

• Model aircraft for hobby use

• Flying tethered objects

• Kites

Answer explanation

Commercial drone filming is a regulated activity under Part 107, while model aircraft for hobby use, amateur rockets, and kites are excluded from these regulations.

What is the role of the FAA in relation to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems?

• To manufacture drones

• To regulate and oversee operations

• To sell drones to the public

• To provide drone insurance

Answer explanation

The FAA's role is to regulate and oversee operations of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation laws, rather than manufacturing, selling, or providing insurance for drones.

sUAS stands for (a)   in the context of Part 107.

• Small Unmanned Aircraft System
• Standard Unmanned Aerial System
• Secure Unmanned Aircraft System
• Simple Unmanned Aerial System

Answer explanation

sUAS stands for Small Unmanned Aircraft System, which is the correct term used in Part 107 regulations for drones weighing less than 55 pounds. The other options do not accurately represent this definition.

Which of the following is not explicitly regulated by Part 107?

• Commercial sUAS activities

• Civil sUAS activities

• Recreational drone flights

• Paid drone jobs

Answer explanation

Recreational drone flights are not explicitly regulated by Part 107, which primarily governs commercial and civil sUAS activities, including paid drone jobs. Therefore, the correct answer is recreational drone flights.