UAS Regulatory and Legal Framework 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

87 knots

Answer

Part 107 limits small UAS groundspeed to 87 knots (100 mph) under Section 107.51.

Question 2

Which FAA waiver is required to fly a small UAS over moving vehicles on a public road?

Accepted Answer

Section 107.39 waiver

Answer

Section 107.39 prohibits flight over moving vehicles, so a waiver under that section is required.

Question 3

A remote pilot receives a Part 107 waiver to fly at night. Which additional requirement still applies by default?

Accepted Answer

The sUAS must have anti-collision lighting visible for 3 statute miles

Answer

Even with a night waiver, the aircraft must display anti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles.

Question 4

Under Part 107, how soon must a remote pilot report an accident involving serious injury to the FAA?

Accepted Answer

Within 10 calendar days

Answer

Section 107.9 requires the remote pilot to report qualifying accidents to the FAA within 10 calendar days.

Question 5

Which threshold triggers mandatory FAA accident reporting under Part 107?

Accepted Answer

Property damage exceeding $500 and not involving the sUAS itself

Answer

Accidents must be reported if they cause serious injury OR property damage (excluding the sUAS) exceeding $500.

(UAS) Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certified Practice Test