RPC FAA Regulations & Airspace Classification 2

Question 1

Under 14 CFR Part 107, what is the maximum groundspeed allowed for a small UAS?

Accepted Answer

100 mph

Answer

Part 107 limits sUAS groundspeed to 100 mph (87 knots).

Question 2

Which airspace class requires an ATC clearance for drone operations but has NO altitude floor at the surface?

Accepted Answer

Class D

Answer

Class D airspace extends from the surface up to 2,500 ft AGL around airports with operating control towers and requires ATC authorization.

Question 3

A remote pilot wants to fly at night. Which Part 107 requirement must be met?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a waiver or use anti-collision lights visible for 3 statute miles

Answer

Part 107 requires sUAS operating at night to have anti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles; this is now a standard rule (no waiver needed for lighting, but the lighting itself is mandatory).

Question 4

What document must a remote PIC make available to the FAA upon request?

Accepted Answer

Their remote pilot certificate and photo ID

Answer

A remote PIC must present their FAA remote pilot certificate and government-issued photo ID upon request by FAA or law enforcement.

Question 5

Class G airspace typically extends from the surface up to what altitude in non-mountainous areas?

Accepted Answer

1,200 ft AGL

Answer

In most areas, Class G (uncontrolled) airspace extends from the surface to 1,200 ft AGL where no Class E transition area begins lower.

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RPC FAA Regulations & Airspace Classification 2