UAG - Unmanned Aircraft General Flight Operations and Safety Questions and Answers

Question 1

A remote pilot in command (PIC) is operating a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) for a commercial photography assignment. During the flight, the drone loses connection and crashes, causing $750 worth of damage to a parked car. According to 14 CFR Part 107, what is the remote PIC required to do?

Accepted Answer

Report the accident to the FAA within 10 days.

Answer

According to 14 CFR § 107.9, a remote pilot must report an accident to the FAA within 10 days if it results in serious injury, loss of consciousness, or property damage (other than to the sUAS) exceeding $500 in repair costs or fair market value. Since the damage to the car was $750, an FAA report is mandatory.

Question 2

Which of the following is a mandatory pre-flight action that the Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) must complete before every flight?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the sUAS is in a condition for safe operation through a pre-flight inspection.

Answer

14 CFR Part 107 requires the Remote PIC to conduct a pre-flight inspection to ensure the small unmanned aircraft system is in a condition for safe operation. This includes checking all relevant components and systems before each flight. While checking NOTAMs is a best practice and often necessary for situational awareness, the fundamental requirement is the overall assessment for safe operation.

Question 3

Under what condition is a Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) allowed to operate a small unmanned aircraft from a moving vehicle?

Accepted Answer

When operating over a sparsely populated area.

Answer

14 CFR Part 107.25 permits operation from a moving vehicle, but only when the operation is conducted over a sparsely populated area. The rule does not allow this type of operation for the transportation of property for compensation or hire.

Question 4

What is the minimum flight visibility required for sUAS operations, as observed from the location of the control station?

Accepted Answer

3 statute miles

Answer

According to 14 CFR Part 107.51, the minimum flight visibility required must be no less than 3 statute miles as observed from the location of the ground control station. This requirement ensures the remote pilot can maintain visual line of sight and see and avoid other aircraft.

Question 5

Who has the final authority and direct responsibility for the operation of a small unmanned aircraft system?

Accepted Answer

The Remote Pilot in Command.

Answer

14 CFR § 107.19 explicitly states that the Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) is directly responsible for and is the final authority as to the operation of the small unmanned aircraft system. This authority cannot be delegated.

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UAG - Unmanned Aircraft General Flight Operations and Safety Questions and Answers