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FAA Part 107

Remote Pilot Certification
Complete Training Program

FAA Part 1 Certification Course

This certification course prepares new unmanned aircraft pilots to safely and legally operate drones for commercial or public safety missions. The course covers FAA regulations, airspace, weather, operational limitations, emergency procedures, and aeronautical decision-making in alignment with the Airman Certification Standards. Upon completion, participants are fully prepared to take and pass the FAA Part 107 Knowledge Test.

Course objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Explain the regulatory framework of 14 CFR Part 107.

Apply operational limitations to real-world scenarios.

Interpret National Airspace System classifications.

Demonstrate aeronautical decision-making principles.

Analyze aviation weather data for safe UAS operations.

Course Overview - 17 Modules

M1

Foundations & Certification

30 min

M7

Emergency Procedures

30 min

M13

Lost Link Simulator

30 min

M2

M8

M14

Airspace Deconfliction (ADS-B)

14 CFR Part 107 Regulations

75 min

Crew Resource Management

30 min

45 min

M3

120 min

M9

30 min

M15

45 min

Airspace & Sectional Charts

Radio Communications

Mission Workflow Simulator

M4

90 min

M10

45 min

M16

60 min

Weather: METAR/TAF

Aeronautical Decision Making

Adaptive Knowledge Assessment

M5

30 min

M11

20 min

M17

90 min

Loading & Performance

Maintenance & Preflight

Final Mock Exam & Strategy

M6

45 min

M12

45 min

Airport Operations

Equipment Failure Diagnostics

Total: ~13 hours | Pass threshold: 80% per module + 80% final exam | Modules 12-16 = Interactive Simulations

The FAA Part 107 Knowledge Test

Exam Details

Topic Weight on Exam

  • 60 multiple-choice questions
  • 120 minutes (2 hours)
  • 70% to pass (42 of 60 correct)
  • Administered at FAA-approved testing centers
  • Valid for 24 months (recurrent every 2 years)
  • $175 testing fee
  • Results available immediately

Regulations

15-25%

Airspace

15-25%

Weather

11-16%

Loading/Performance

7-11%

Operations

7-11%

ADM/CRM

7-11%

Total: ~13 hours | Pass threshold: 80% per module + 80% final exam | Modules 12-16 = Interactive Simulations

Module 1

Foundations & Certification Path

What is Part 107, key roles, and how to become a certified remote pilot

Your Cerification Pathway

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Key Roles: RPIC (Remote Pilot in Command — holds certificate, final authority) | VO (Visual Observer) | Person at Controls

Module 1 - Part 107 vs. Recreational Flying

Part 107 (Commercial)

Recreational (Exception)

Any commercial purpose Requires Remote Pilot Certificate Must pass FAA Knowledge Test Can fly in controlled airspace (with auth) Operations over people (by category) Night ops with anti-collision lighting

Purely for fun/hobby only No pilot certificate required Must pass TRUST test (free online) Uncontrolled airspace or LAANC Cannot fly over people Follow community-based guidelines

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Knowledge Check Question

Module 2

14 CFR Part 107 Regulations

Operating limitations, airspace requirements, waivers, and reporting

Core Operating Limitations (§107.51)

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100 mph

400 ft

Max Altitude AGL

Min Visibility

Max Ground Speed

From control station

Unless near a structure

(87 knots)

Daylight or civil twilight only Anti-collision light at twilight Yield to all manned aircraft No careless or reckless operations

500 ft BELOW clouds 2,000 ft HORIZONTAL from clouds

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Additional Rules

Cloud Clearance Requirements

VLOS, Operations Over People & Accident Reporting

Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)

Operations Over People (Categories)

  • RPIC or VO must see aircraft with unaided vision
  • Must determine position, altitude, direction
  • Corrective lenses OK — binoculars and FPV goggles alone do NOT satisfy VLOS
  • Cat 1: < 0.55 lbs, no exposed rotating parts
  • Cat 2: < 0.55 lbs OR meets impact criteria
  • Cat 3: FAA-accepted MOC; restricted area
  • Cat 4: Airworthiness certificate required

Accident Reporting Requirements (§107.9) Within 10 days | To the FAA (online portal or FSDO) | Trigger: Serious injury OR property damage > $500 (NOT counting the UAS)

Part 107 Waivers: What Can Be Waived?

§107.35

§107.33

§107.31

§107.29

Visual observer
Daylight operation
Multi-vehicle operations
Visual line of sight

§107.51

§107.39

§107.37

Operating limitations
Yielding right of way
Over People

Waivers require detailed safety case. Apply via FAA DroneZone portal — processing takes 90+ days

Knowledge Check Question 1

Under Part 107, what is the maximum allowable groundspeed for a small unmanned aircraft?

Knowledge Check Question 2

Module 3

Airspace & Section Charts

Understanding the National Airspace System (NAS) - classes, symbols, and chart

Airspace Classification System

SPC - 2,000 FT

SPC - 4,000 FT

VARIES

SPC - VARIES

SPC - 10,000 FT

8,000 FT+

LAANC (Low Altitude Authorization & Notification Capability) provides near-real-time airspace authorization for controlled airspace.

Reading Sectional Charts: Key Symbols

Blue dashed = Class E. Magenta dashed = Class E to SFC. Blue solid = Class B

Airspace Boundaries

Highest terrain/obstacle in quadrangle, rounded, up to hundreds of feet. Shown in large bold numbers.

MEF

Maximum Elevation Figure

Blue = towered, Magenta = non-towered. Runwaypatterns show layout.

Airport Symbols

NOT on printed charts - check NOTAMs before every flight!

Temporary Flight Restrictions

TFR

Towers, antennas, etc. Numbers show MSL height(AGL in parentheses).

Obstacles

Restricted, prohibited, MOA, alert areas shown with hatching.

Special Use Airspace

SUA

Knowledge Check Question

Module 4

Weather: Theory + METAR/TAF

Understanding aviation weather, decoding reports, and making go/no-go decisions

Aviation Weather Fundamentals

Atmospheric Stability
Wind & Turbulence
Wind & Turbulence

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Decoding METAR Reports

KCRW 251553Z 27012G20KT 10SM FEW040 SCT120 BKN250 22/14 A3002

Station ID Date/Time Wind Visibility Clouds Temp/Dewpoint Altimeter

Yeager Aiport, Charleston WV 25th day, 15:53 Zulu (UTC) From 270c at 12 knots, gusting to 20 10 stature miles Few at 400, Scattered at 12000, Broken at 2500 22oc temperature, 14oc dewpoint 30.02 inches Hg

KCRW 2515532 27012G20KT 10SM FEW040 SCT120 BKN250 22/14 A3002

Cloud coverage: FEW (1-2 oktas), SCT (3-4), BKN (5-7), OVC (8) — heights are in hundreds of feet AGL

Knowledge Check Question

Module 5

Loading & Performance

Weight, balance, density altitude, and how they affect your UAS

Density Altitude & UAS Performance

What is Density Altitude?

Effects on UAS Performance

Reduced lift from propellers Higher power draw for same thrust Shorter battery life / flight time Reduced max payload capacity Longer takeoff / climb times Battery performance degrades in cold temps

Density altitude is the altitude the aircraft "feels" based on air density. Higher density altitude = thinner air = worse performance.

Temperature = Density Altitude Humidity = Density Altitude Elevation = Density Altitude Pressure = Density Altitude

Exam Tip:

Knowledge Check Question

Module 6

Airport Operations

Runway markings, traffic patterns, NOTAMs, and operating near airports.

Density Altitude & UAS Performance

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Traffic Pattern Awareness
Runway Numbering

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NOTAMs & TFRs

CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory)

At non-towered airports, pilots self-announce on CTAF. As a UAS operator near airports, monitor CTAF to maintain awareness of manned aircraft. Frequency show on sectional charts.

Always check NOTAMs before flight! TFRs (Temporary Flight Restructions) may exits for stadiums, VIP movement, wildfires, or other events. Use FAA NOTAM system or B4UFLY app.

Knowledge Check Question

Module 7

Emergency Procedures

Flyaways, lost link, battery failures, and incident response

Density Altitude & UAS Performance

Battery / Power Emergency

Flyaway

Lost Link / Signal

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Module 8

Crew Resource Management

Communication, task management, and team coordination for safe UAS ops

CRM Principles for UAS Operations

Continuously scan for threats: aircraft, people, obstacles, weather changes. Share observations openly. Speak up about concerns.

Clear, concise briefing before flight. Standardized callouts between RPIC and VO. State intentions, confirm understanding.

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Situational Awareness

Communication

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Avoid task saturation - delegate mointoring to VO. Prioritize: Aviate > Navigate > Commuincate. Know when to slow down or abort.

Use ADM frameworks (IMSAFE, PAVE, 5P). Brief crew on go/no-go criteria before launch. Any crew member can call for abort.

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Decision Making

Task Management

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Module 9

Radio Communications

Aviation radio basics, phraseology, and monitoring frequencies

Raido Communications Basics

UAS Radio Consideration

Being-radio literate makes you a safer, more capable pilot.

While UAS pilots don't typically transmit on aviation frequencies, you should:

  • Monitor CTAF near airports to track manned traffic
  • Understand ATIS reports for weather information
  • Know how to contact ATC if operating in controlled airspace with authorization
  • Use crew communication (walkie-talkies) between RPIC and VO
  • Report emergences on 121.5 if needed

Phonetic Alphabet: A=Alpha B=Bravo C=Charlie D=Delta E=Echo F=Foxtrot G=Golf H=Hotel | 1=Wun 2=Too 3=Tree 9=Niner 0=Zero

ATIS

122.9 MHz

CTAF

UNICOM

121.5 MHz

Module 10

Aeronautical Decision Making

Risk management frameworks, hazardous attitudes, and go/no-go decisions

ADM Frameworks & Hazardous Attitudes

IMSAFE Personal Checklist

5 Hazardous Attitudes

PAVE Risk Assessment Framework

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enVironment

External Pressures

Aircraft

Knowledge Check Question

Module 11

Maintenance & Preflight

Preflight inspections, maintenance logs, and airworthiness

Preflight Inspection Checklist

Airframe & Structure

Electrontic & Power

Sensors & Cameras

Environment & Ops

  • Inspect fram for cracks or damage
  • Check prop guards and landing gear
  • Verify all screws/fasteers tight
  • Inspect propellers for nicks/chips
  • Battery fully charged & within cycles
  • Check battery contacts and swellling
  • Firmware up to date
  • Controller charged and linked
  • IMU calibrated
  • Compass calibrated for location
  • Camera/gimbal functional
  • GPS locked confirmed (8+satellites)
  • Weather check complete (METAR/TAF)
  • NOTAMs reviewed, TFRs checked
  • Airspace authorization confirmed
  • Launch/landing area clear and safe

Module 12

Final Mock Exam & Test Strategy

Test-taking techniques, time management, and your path to certification

Theme 1

'Learning digitally is an opportunity to grow at your own pace. You set the path, I will accompany you'

Carlos Rodríguez, Digital Education Expert

Airspace Classification System

Explore freely and connect with your learning.

Click on each element to discover more.

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So far we have learned

  • Autonomous learning management
  • Motivation as a constant driver
  • Organization of time and resources
  • Connection between theory and practice
  • A must in every creation

Pausing to think is also learning:

How are you applying these concepts in your own study process?

Theme 2

Technologyin learning

How digital tools transform education and enhance your learning experience

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Technology not only complements learning but transforms it, providing new opportunities and methods.

Digital tools open a range of possibilities to customize your education. From interactive platforms to multimedia resources, these technologies allow you to learn at your own pace and explore content dynamically and flexibly.

  • Interactive educational platforms
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Enriched multimedia resources
  • Online collaboration
  • Personalized digital assessment

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An effective strategy in digital environments is to start with questions that spark curiosity. This approach promotes active participation, stimulates critical thinking, and makes the student the protagonist of their learning process.

'Learning begins with a good question, not with answers'

Diana Laurillard

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This strategy also allows for customizing teaching and adapting the learning pace to each individual, thus fostering a more meaningful and autonomous experience.

In digital learning, questions not only evaluate but also stimulate reflection, spark curiosity, and promote critical thinking. By posing relevant questions, the student is motivated to explore answers on their own.

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Tools

Interactivity

Technology
Content

Platforms

Animation

Organization

Interactivity

Strategic Map

Finance
Interaction

Responsibility

Animation

Purpose

Interactivity

Data
Data

Constancy

Animation

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Keys to an effective digital learning experience

Digital learning goes beyond content access. Including personalization, interactivity, and continuous assessment improves student motivation and understanding. These elements make the virtual environment a more formative space, fostering real and sustained progress.

Technology transforms learning, creating more dynamic, accessible, and personalized experiences.

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These images show how technology redefines learning, connecting spaces, people, and resources in innovative ways.

Assessment

Test what you've learned and reflect on your digital experience

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Throughout this module, we explore how technology has profoundly transformed the way we access knowledge. We understand that digital learning not only involves using new tools but also adopting a different mindset: more autonomous, flexible, and personalized. We saw the importance of motivation and organization in virtual environments, as well as the key role of digital platforms to enrich the educational experience. Additionally, we reflect on the value of planning, self-assessment, and active participation to build a meaningful learning path tailored to our needs. Now you are better prepared to continue progressing, making conscious decisions about how and what to learn.

Learning with technology is more than using tools: it's taking control, adapting, and building a personalized educational experience.

References

  • Discover how digital education is changing the world of learning.
  • Key tools to enhance your educational experience in virtual environments.
  • Study on the impact of technology on continuing education.
  • Practical guide to organizing your digital learning effectively.

Thank you for takingthe course!

Do you have questions?

We are here to help you. If something was not clear or you want to delve into a topic, do not hesitate to write to us. Your curiosity is also part of the learning process.

TSA Background

Complete TSA security vetting through IACRA

  1. Land immediately in safe area
  2. Monitor voltage warnings during flight
  3. Don't fly beyond point of no return
  4. Account for wind on return leg

Register & Schedule

Create IACRA account, schedule exam at testing center

§107.35 - Multi-vehicle operations

One pilot operating multiple UAS simultaneously

Weather Fronts & Their Effects on UAS Operations
  • Cold Front: Wind shifts, temperature drop, possible thunderstorm, improved via after passage
  • Warm Front: Gradual cloud lowering, steady rain/drizzle, reduce visibility, fog risk
  • Stationary: Prolonged poor weather, extended low visibility
Wind & Turbulence Hazards
  • Wind shear - rapid change in direction/speed
  • Mechanical turbulence near buildings/terrain
  • Mountain wave effects in valleys (WV)
  • Convective turbulence near thunderstorms
  1. Attempt to regain control immediately
  2. Alert nearby people of aircraft position
  3. Active emergency kill switch if available
  4. Track last known position for recovery

§107.33 - Visual observer

Waive VO requirement with alternative safety measures

Certificate Issued

Receive Remote Pilot Certificate — Valid for 24 months

Am I fit to Fly? IMSAFE check, currency, proficiency

§107.29 — Daylight operation

Night ops (now standard with lighting, but waivers exist for conditions beyond standard)

§107.31 — Visual line of sight

BVLOS operations with safety mitigations

Pass the Exam

Score 70%+ on the 60-question FAA Knowledge Test

§107.39 — Over People

Category exceptions or operational waivers

Exam Tip: Weight & Balance

Adding payload shifts the center of gravity. An aft CG can make the aircraft unstable (nose-up tendency). Always check manufacturer limits for payload and CG. Maximum takeoff weight for Part 107: 55lbs (including everything).

§107.37 — Yielding right of way

Limited scenarios with ATC coordination

  1. Most UAS have RTH (Return to Home) failsafe
  2. Ensure RTH altitude is set above obstacles
  3. Monitor for automatic landing behavior
  4. Know your aircraft's failsafe settings
Atmospheric Stability
  • Stable: smooth air, stratiform clouds, poor vis (fog/haze)
  • Unstable: turbulence, cumuliform clouds, good vis between storms
  • Indicator: temperature lapse rate vs. standard (~20C/1000 ft)

5 Hazardous Attitudes

  • Anti-authority: "Rules don't apply" Follow the rules
  • Impulsivity: "Do it now" Not so fast, think first
  • Invulnerability: "It won't happen to me" It could happen
  • Macho: "I can do it" Taking changes is foolish
  • Resignation: "What's the use?" I'm not helpless

IMSAFE Personal Checklist

Illness- Am I sick? Medication - Am I taking anything that impairs? Stress - Am I under unusual pressure? Alcohol - 8 hours bottle-to-throttle, <0.04 BAC Fatigue - Am I well-rested? Emotion/Eating - Am I emotionally fit?

I M S A F E

Study and Prepare

Complete this training course,master all 12 modules at 80%+

§107.51 - Operating limitations

Speed, altitude, or visibility limit waivers

Am I fit to Fly? IMSAFE check, currency, proficiency

Am I fit to Fly? IMSAFE check, currency, proficiency

Is the UAS airworthy? Battery, firmware, calibration