FAA 107 COMMERCIAL DRONE PILOT EXAM (2026)
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS
Criteria for a small unmanned aircraft - ANSWER-- Weigh less than 55 pounds (25 kg),
including everything that is onboard or otherwise attached to the aircraft
Operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft
Exclusions to 14 CFR part 107 - ANSWER-Unmanned Aircraft not required to follow Part 107:
1.) Model aircraft that meet the criteria in 14 CFR part 101.41 (describes circumstances in which
model aircraft can be operated safely in the NAS). For more information, see AC 91-57 (as
amended).
2.) Amateur rockets
3.) Moored balloons or
4.) Unmanned free balloons
5.) Kites
6.) Operations conducted outside the United States
7.) Public aircraft operations
8.) Air carrier operations
What is the purpose of 14 CFR part 101 ? - ANSWER-Regulations for hobby or recreational use
of unmanned aircraft.
Does aircraft that meets requirements for part 101 need to be in compliance with part 107? -
ANSWER-No
Which aircraft must be registered with the FAA prior to operating in NAS? - ANSWER--
Greater than 0.55 lbs
- Operated under Part 107
How old must you be to register an unmanned aircraft? - ANSWER-13 years of age
Which registration requirements must you satisfy for commercial operations? - ANSWER-Part
47 (Aircraft Registration) or Part 48 (Registration and Marking Requirements for Small
Unmanned Aircraft)
When do you need a Foreign Aircraft Permit? - ANSWER-If the civil aircraft is:
1.) Registered in a foreign country
2.) Owned, controlled or operated by someone who is not a U.S. citizen or foreign resident
, The registration marking on your UAS must be.. - ANSWER-1.) A unique identifier number
2.) Legible and Durable
3.) Visible or Accessible
What does the acronym "PIC" stand for? - ANSWER-PIC = Pilot in Command
You are operating a 1280 g (2.8lb) quadcopter for your own enjoyment. Is this small UAS
operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-No, this small UAS operation is not subject
to part 107 because of RECREATIONAL USE.
You have accepted football tickets in exchange for using your small UAS to videotape the field
before and after the game. Is this small UAS operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-
Yes. Accepting compensation (the tickets) makes the venture a commercial venture.
You plan to operate a 33lb small UAS to capture aerial imagery over real estate for use in sales
listings. Is this small UAS operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-Yes. This is a
commercial venture.
Define the "Remote PIC" - ANSWER-A person who holds a current remote pilot certificate with
a small UAS rating and has the final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of
the small UAS
Define the "Person manipulating the controls" - ANSWER-A person controlling the small UAS
under direct supervision of the Remote PIC
Define the "Visual observer" - ANSWER-A person acting as a flight crewmember to help see
and avoid air traffic or other objects in the sky, overhead, or on the ground
Responsibilities of the Remote PIC - ANSWER-1.) Be designated before each flight (but can
change during the flight)
2.) Ensure that the operation:
-Poses no undue hazard to people, aircraft, or property in the event of a loss of control of the
aircraft for any reason
-Complies with all applicable regulations of part 107
3.) Operate the small unmanned aircraft to ensure compliance with all applicable provisions
A non-certificated person may operate the small UAS under part 107 if: - ANSWER-1.) He/ She
is directly supervised by the Remote PIC
2.) The Remote PIC has the ability to immediately take direct control of the small UAS
What is the role of the "Visual Observer"? - ANSWER-to alert the rest of the crew about
potential hazards during operations involving a small UAS. Visual observers must be positioned
to see the UAS continuously and be able to effectively communicate to remote PIC.
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS
Criteria for a small unmanned aircraft - ANSWER-- Weigh less than 55 pounds (25 kg),
including everything that is onboard or otherwise attached to the aircraft
Operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft
Exclusions to 14 CFR part 107 - ANSWER-Unmanned Aircraft not required to follow Part 107:
1.) Model aircraft that meet the criteria in 14 CFR part 101.41 (describes circumstances in which
model aircraft can be operated safely in the NAS). For more information, see AC 91-57 (as
amended).
2.) Amateur rockets
3.) Moored balloons or
4.) Unmanned free balloons
5.) Kites
6.) Operations conducted outside the United States
7.) Public aircraft operations
8.) Air carrier operations
What is the purpose of 14 CFR part 101 ? - ANSWER-Regulations for hobby or recreational use
of unmanned aircraft.
Does aircraft that meets requirements for part 101 need to be in compliance with part 107? -
ANSWER-No
Which aircraft must be registered with the FAA prior to operating in NAS? - ANSWER--
Greater than 0.55 lbs
- Operated under Part 107
How old must you be to register an unmanned aircraft? - ANSWER-13 years of age
Which registration requirements must you satisfy for commercial operations? - ANSWER-Part
47 (Aircraft Registration) or Part 48 (Registration and Marking Requirements for Small
Unmanned Aircraft)
When do you need a Foreign Aircraft Permit? - ANSWER-If the civil aircraft is:
1.) Registered in a foreign country
2.) Owned, controlled or operated by someone who is not a U.S. citizen or foreign resident
, The registration marking on your UAS must be.. - ANSWER-1.) A unique identifier number
2.) Legible and Durable
3.) Visible or Accessible
What does the acronym "PIC" stand for? - ANSWER-PIC = Pilot in Command
You are operating a 1280 g (2.8lb) quadcopter for your own enjoyment. Is this small UAS
operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-No, this small UAS operation is not subject
to part 107 because of RECREATIONAL USE.
You have accepted football tickets in exchange for using your small UAS to videotape the field
before and after the game. Is this small UAS operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-
Yes. Accepting compensation (the tickets) makes the venture a commercial venture.
You plan to operate a 33lb small UAS to capture aerial imagery over real estate for use in sales
listings. Is this small UAS operation subject to 14 CFR part 107? - ANSWER-Yes. This is a
commercial venture.
Define the "Remote PIC" - ANSWER-A person who holds a current remote pilot certificate with
a small UAS rating and has the final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of
the small UAS
Define the "Person manipulating the controls" - ANSWER-A person controlling the small UAS
under direct supervision of the Remote PIC
Define the "Visual observer" - ANSWER-A person acting as a flight crewmember to help see
and avoid air traffic or other objects in the sky, overhead, or on the ground
Responsibilities of the Remote PIC - ANSWER-1.) Be designated before each flight (but can
change during the flight)
2.) Ensure that the operation:
-Poses no undue hazard to people, aircraft, or property in the event of a loss of control of the
aircraft for any reason
-Complies with all applicable regulations of part 107
3.) Operate the small unmanned aircraft to ensure compliance with all applicable provisions
A non-certificated person may operate the small UAS under part 107 if: - ANSWER-1.) He/ She
is directly supervised by the Remote PIC
2.) The Remote PIC has the ability to immediately take direct control of the small UAS
What is the role of the "Visual Observer"? - ANSWER-to alert the rest of the crew about
potential hazards during operations involving a small UAS. Visual observers must be positioned
to see the UAS continuously and be able to effectively communicate to remote PIC.
