FREE FAA-107 Radio Communications & Airport Operations Questions and Answers

Question 1

When operating a drone near an airport without an operating control tower, which frequency should the remote pilot use to monitor local traffic?

Accepted Answer

The designated CTAF frequency

Answer

The Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) is designated for carrying out airport advisory practices while operating to or from an airport without an operating control tower. This frequency is listed in the Chart Supplement and on the sectional chart.

Question 2

What is the standard direction for turns in a traffic pattern at an airport?

Accepted Answer

Left turns

Answer

Unless otherwise specified, all turns in an airport traffic pattern are made to the left. Any right-hand patterns will be explicitly noted in the Chart Supplement or on the sectional chart.

Question 3

Which of the following is an appropriate self-announcement on the CTAF for a drone operation?

Accepted Answer

Springfield Traffic, drone operation, 2 miles northwest of the airport at 300 feet, Springfield Traffic.

Answer

A proper CTAF call includes the name of the airport you are near, your aircraft type (drone/UAS), your location relative to the airport, your altitude, and ends with the airport name again. This provides clear and concise information to other pilots.

Question 4

What is the recommended procedure for entering an airport traffic pattern?

Accepted Answer

Enter at a 45-degree angle to the downwind leg, at traffic pattern altitude.

Answer

The standard recommended entry procedure is to enter the pattern on a 45-degree angle to the downwind leg, heading toward a point abeam the midpoint of the runway. This allows the pilot to see and be seen by other aircraft in the pattern.

Question 5

At an airport with a UNICOM frequency, what is its primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

To provide airport advisory information from a non-government, ground-based station.

Answer

UNICOM (Universal Communications) is a non-government air/ground communication station which may provide airport information, such as weather, wind direction, and recommended runway. It is an advisory service, not a control service.

FAA - Part 107 Test Practice Test

FAA - Part 107 Test Practice Test

FREE FAA-107 Radio Communications & Airport Operations Questions and Answers