FAA Part 107 sUAS Resource Guide

Alex and Austin share some tips and resources on how to take and pass your Part 107 exam!

What is the Part 107 Certification?

To fly sUAS (small unmanned aircraft systems) aka drones commercially, you are required to obtain a Part 107 Certification by passing a 60 question exam. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requires you renew this certification every two years. By having the Part 107 certification you are able to legally fly and make money from using your drone. Even you YouTube users who are making videos and clicking the monetization button are required to have this certification! 

That’s why everyone who flies at Flite Test is certified!

Ways to get into the drone industry/reasons to get Part 107 certification 

• Photography
• Videography
• Mapping
• Surveying
• And more!

Tips on how to pass the Part 107 exam

• There is actually quite a bit of overlap between general aviation (Private Pilot) and Part 107 testing—so if you already have a bit of general aviation knowledge, you are likely to pass on the first try!
• Take a video course for more in-depth learning
• Do practice tests—go over the sections you have the most trouble with

Recommended studying resources

https://remotepilot101.com/ : Online video course with questions at the end of each section; gives in-depth knowledge on Part 107 and they update the information as things change

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_ucCKFJUCU&feature=youtu.be : A YouTube video dedicated to giving you information to help you pass the Part 107 exam

https://3dr.com/faa/drone-practice-tests/# : Practice test with questions you may find on the Part 107 exam

Scheduling the testf

Call CATS (get web address) and schedule exam

What to expect during exam

• 15-25 percent cover regulations
• 15-25 percent cover airspace
• 11-16 percent cover weather
• 7-11 percent cover loading and performance
• 35-45 percent cover the operations of the sUAS

After the exam

• Login to IACRA to register the test ID to your account
• Go through process to print your temporary certificate (takes about 7 days)
• Takes a few months to get certificate in the mail (takes between 6-8 weeks to get)

What are some of your tips on how to pass the Part 107 exam? Share them with us in the comments below!