Part 107 Study Guide - Pass the Part 107 Test the Easy Way

Sep 29, 2026

Study guide for commercial UAV (sUAS/drones) pilots focused on U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 requirements and safe operations. Explains the purpose of the guide, outlines regulatory chapters covering applicable rules, airspace classification, operating requirements, aviation weather sources, aircraft loading, emergency procedures, crew resource management, radio communications, performance determination, and physiological factors. Includes knowledge test description, resource list, glossary-oriented terms guidance, and preparation approach emphasizing passing the Remote Pilot Certificate knowledge test.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages105

Reading Time4 h 25 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Purpose of this Study Guide

Knowledge Test Description

Contents

Applicable Regulations

Airspace Classification, Operating Requirements, and Flight Restrictions

Aviation Weather Sources

Small Unmanned Aircraft Loading

Emergency Procedures

Crew Resource Management-Decision-Making in a Dynamic Environment

Radio Communication Procedures

Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft

Physiological Factors Affecting Pilot Performance

Maintenance and Preflight Inspection Procedures

Appendix

Registration and Marking Requirements for Small Unmanned Aircraft

Applicable References

INTRODUCTION Purpose of this Study Guide Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) and “drones” are aircraft that have rapidly increased in popularity from being a hobby to a multimillion-dollar business. Almost every news station has drone operators with cameras to capture all manner of events and breaking news. Drones can also be used to inspect tall structures, aid in police operations, monitor events, survey property, advertise real estate, and much more. Basic UAV operation is easy to learn, and many popular drone models are not terribly expensive, making this technology accessible to almost everyone. UAVs have inherent capabilities that were previously unavailable at such a huge scale and can be perceived to be improper or illegal (i.e. ,“spying” on neighbors) or hazardous (flying overcrowds of people and stadiums) . Moreover, just like any vehicle, drones can pose hazards to people and property if not safely operated and maintained. As a result, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has formulated rules that permit the commercial use of UAVs in a manner that is safe and does not endanger people, property, and other aircraft while allowing the widest possible use of this technology. The FAA does not apply this regulation to hobbyists or hobby UAVs, provided they are operated in the spirit of recreational activities. The FAA views UAVs in commercial operations as “aircraft,” their operators as pilots, and their operation subject to FAA oversight and regulations just as they are responsible for manned aircraft operations. UAV operators are regarded as “pilots” who are expected to understand the National Airspace System (NAS) in which UAVs are operated, and certain rules and regulations are implemented to ensure the safe operation of UAVs. The key to this safe operation is the pilot operating the UAV. This individual is operating an aircraft in US airspace and is expected to follow a set of rules similar to those that apply to any pilot. This requires not only the ability to fly and maneuver the UAV competently, but also a certain level of knowledge on factors that affect the operation of UAVs. These factors include the different features of the NAS, safety, weather, coordination with local airports, air traffic control, potential hazards, and occasional emergencies. As a result, the FAA promulgated the Small Unmanned Aircraft Regulations (sUAS) (Part 107 of the Federal Aviation Regulations), similar to Parts 61 and 91 that are applicable to manned aircraft. Note: We have created this guide to help you pass the Part 107 guide. We have spent hundreds of hours on this guide and we have tried to make it accurate. However, it's your responsibility to keep up-to-date and verify the contents of this guide before flying your drone. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 CONTENTS 3 KNOWLEDGE TEST DESCRIPTION 5 LIST OF RESOURCES 6 GLOSSARY OF TERMS 9 CHAPTER 1: APPLICABLE REGULATIONS 11 CHAPTER 2: AIRSPACE CLASSIFICATION, OPERATING REQUIREMENTS, AND FLIGHT 37 RESTRICTIONS CHAPTER 3: AVIATION WEATHER SOURCES 58 SECTION 3A METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION SOURCES AND UNDERSTANDING SUMMARY 68 CHAPTER 3B: EFFECTS OF WEATHER ON SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE 79 SUMMARY CHAPTER 4: SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT LOADING 80 CHAPTER 5: EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 83 CHAPTER 6: CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT-DECISION-MAKING IN A DYNAMIC 85 ENVIRONMENT CHAPTER 7: RADIO COMMUNICATION PROCEDURES 90 3 CHAPTER 8: DETERMINING THE PERFORMANCE OF SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT CHAPTER 9: PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS AFFECTING PILOT PERFORMANCE CHAPTER 10: MAINTENANCE AND PREFLIGHT INSPECTION PROCEDURES APPENDIX 1 REGISTRATION AND MARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT APPENDIX 2 APPLICABLE REFERENCES 92 93 97 102 102 Pass the part 107 test the easy way Our readers can take advantage of an exclusive $50 off coupon code to the profes

FAQs

What is the main purpose of this Part 107 study guide?

It provides guidance to help commercial UAV pilots pass the FAA Part 107 knowledge test for the Remote Pilot Certificate, focusing on safe operations under applicable regulations.

How can a person qualify as a UAV Pilot-in-Command under Part 107?

Either by having a current pilot’s certificate (including a biennial review) or by passing an FAA knowledge test to obtain the Remote Pilot Certificate with an sUAS rating.

What is included in the Part 107 knowledge test?

The certification knowledge test uses objective, multiple-choice questions with a single correct response per question, and test questions are independent. Applicants have up to two hours to complete the test.

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