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criteria for a small unmanned aircraft
- 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
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 ?
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?
No
Which aircraft must be registered with the FAA prior to operating in NAS?
- Greater than 0.55 lbs
- Operated under Part 107
How old must you be to register an unmanned aircraft?
13 years of age
Which registration requirements must you satisfy for commercial operations?
Part 47 (Aircraft Registration) or Part 48 (Registration and Marking Requirements for
Small Unmanned Aircraft)
When do you need a Foreign Aircraft Permit?
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..
1.) A unique identifier number
2.) Legible and Durable
3.) Visible or Accessible
, What does the acronym "PIC" stand for?
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?
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?
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?
Yes. this is a commercial venture.
Define the "Remote PIC"
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"
A person controlling the small UAS under direct supervision of the Remote PIC
Define the "Visual observer"
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
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:
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"?
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.
What are some tools that you can use to improve your situational awareness and risk
based aeronautical decision making (ADM)?
GPS, weather briefing, ATC requirements, FAA, landowners, local pilots
define crew resoruse management (CRM)?
The effective use of all available resources—human, hardware, and information—prior
to and during flight to ensure a successful outcome of the operation. The Remote PIC
must integrate crew resource management techniques into all phases of the small UAS
operation.
1.) delegation
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criteria for a small unmanned aircraft
- 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
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 ?
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?
No
Which aircraft must be registered with the FAA prior to operating in NAS?
- Greater than 0.55 lbs
- Operated under Part 107
How old must you be to register an unmanned aircraft?
13 years of age
Which registration requirements must you satisfy for commercial operations?
Part 47 (Aircraft Registration) or Part 48 (Registration and Marking Requirements for
Small Unmanned Aircraft)
When do you need a Foreign Aircraft Permit?
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..
1.) A unique identifier number
2.) Legible and Durable
3.) Visible or Accessible
, What does the acronym "PIC" stand for?
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?
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?
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?
Yes. this is a commercial venture.
Define the "Remote PIC"
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"
A person controlling the small UAS under direct supervision of the Remote PIC
Define the "Visual observer"
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
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:
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"?
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.
What are some tools that you can use to improve your situational awareness and risk
based aeronautical decision making (ADM)?
GPS, weather briefing, ATC requirements, FAA, landowners, local pilots
define crew resoruse management (CRM)?
The effective use of all available resources—human, hardware, and information—prior
to and during flight to ensure a successful outcome of the operation. The Remote PIC
must integrate crew resource management techniques into all phases of the small UAS
operation.
1.) delegation
