RPC Aeronautical Decision-Making 3

Question 1

A remote pilot receives a new flight request but realizes they have consumed alcohol within the past 6 hours. Under 14 CFR Part 107, the correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Decline the flight, as 8 hours must pass after consuming any alcohol

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Fly if the amount consumed was less than two standard drinks

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Fly only if a visual observer is present

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Fly at reduced altitude to minimize risk

Question 2

Which element of single-pilot resource management (SRM) involves using all available information — weather data, charts, NOTAMs — before and during a flight?

Accepted Answer

Information management

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Automation management

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Aeronautical decision-making

Answer

Task management

Question 3

A remote pilot observes that the drone's battery indicator is at 30% but the planned return-to-home flight will only use approximately 20%. What ADM principle supports flying the remaining time?

Accepted Answer

Risk acceptance after proper evaluation

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Impulsivity — acting quickly to use the remaining battery

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Invulnerability — knowing the drone will safely return

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Anti-authority — ignoring manufacturer warnings

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'situational awareness' in the context of remote UAS operations?

Accepted Answer

Accurate perception of all factors affecting the drone and operating environment

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Knowing the exact battery voltage at all times

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Ability to fly the drone without looking at the controller

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Memorizing all applicable FAA regulations

Question 5

A sUAS pilot witnesses another operator flying dangerously near a crowd. The best initial ADM response is to:

Accepted Answer

Land immediately and report the incident to the FAA

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Continue your own flight and ignore the other operator

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Warn bystanders but take no other action

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Intervene by flying your drone between the crowd and the other drone

Question 6

What is the primary goal of Crew Resource Management (CRM) / Single-pilot Resource Management (SRM) training?

Accepted Answer

To reduce errors by improving use of all available resources and teamwork

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To teach pilots how to maintain drones without technician support

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To certify that a pilot can operate all drone models

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To replace the DECIDE model with a faster decision process

Question 7

Which statement about risk assessment in UAS operations is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Risk management involves identifying hazards and applying mitigations to reach acceptable risk levels

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Risk assessment is only required for flights over populated areas

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Risk can be fully eliminated through proper planning

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Risk assessment is the responsibility of the air traffic controller, not the remote PIC