FAA Part 107 Operational Limitations and Restrictions Flashcards

What does 'visual line of sight' (VLOS) require of the remote pilot under Part 107?

Answer: The remote pilot can see the sUAS with unaided vision at all times

VLOS requires the remote pilot to see the sUAS at all times using only natural unaided vision, without optical aids such as binoculars.

What is the primary role of a visual observer (VO) under Part 107?

Answer: To assist the remote PIC in maintaining situational awareness of the sUAS and airspace

A visual observer assists the remote PIC by watching the sUAS and surrounding airspace to enhance situational awareness during the operation.

How many sUAS may a single remote pilot operate simultaneously under Part 107?

Answer: One at a time

Part 107 requires a remote pilot to operate only one sUAS at a time to ensure proper control and undivided attention.

Under Part 107, may a remote pilot operate a sUAS from a moving vehicle?

Answer: Yes, but only over a sparsely populated area

Part 107 permits operating from a moving vehicle only over sparsely populated areas; operating from a moving aircraft is never permitted.

Under Part 107, a person may NOT act as remote PIC or visual observer while:

Answer: Under the influence of alcohol or any drug that affects their faculties

Part 107 prohibits acting as remote PIC or visual observer while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or any substance that adversely affects the person's faculties.

When is a remote pilot required to yield the right of way under Part 107?

Answer: At all times to all manned aircraft

Part 107 requires remote pilots to yield the right of way to ALL manned aircraft at all times, regardless of airspace class or altitude.